Systems Engineer

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The Thales Defence Mission Systems Domain is a leading provider of integrated mission solutions to surface ships and submarines, and is the No.1 Naval fleet support and technical services company in Australia. It is also a specialist in the upgrade of naval vessels providing systems and platforms integration capabilities. The Systems Engineer will be part of a diverse team of engineers, technicians, production staff and management involved in the In-Service Support (ISS) of Collins class submarine and more broadly provide project and business operations support to the Undersea Warfare business sector of Under Water Systems in Australia. Specifically, performing system engineering related tasks to maintain and support the Scylla sonars and associated equipment and systems.

BENEFITS @ THALES

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus
• Free medical health insurance for you and your family
• ThalesFlex – flexibility working is our everyday
• Fitness Passport Discount
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Systems Engineer, you are accountable for:

• Ensuring systems engineering activities are completed, following the appropriate methodologies defined in project Engineering Management Plans
• Formalisation and capture of mission / function description, architectural design and requirements
• Assembly of the solution / product elements including evaluating the design, behaviour, interactions and performance, and confirm the requirements against the solution / product have been fulfilled
• Demonstrating the solution / product satisfies the overall approved operational needs and the product data package is ready for release to production, operations and support.
• Working with the manufacturing, maintenance and repair teams to deliver and maintain equipment and systems.
• Providing engineering support to the Customer and end users

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

• Mechanical, software, electronics/electrical or systems engineering degree and able to meet the requirements for membership of IEAust.
• A strong background in systems engineering, software development or hardware development.
• Practical experience in all phases of the Systems Engineering Life Cycle, processes and principles.
• Practical experience in requirements development, requirements management and the use of requirement management tools.
• Experience of integration, verification, validation, qualification engineering
• A high level of interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in Naval Combat Systems, Naval Sensor Systems, Submarine Combat Systems is desirable

GOOD TO KNOW
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks. A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

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