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KBR Senior Systems Engineer (Mechanical) in Melbourne, Australia
Title:
Senior Systems Engineer (Mechanical)
Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world
About KBR:
We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.
For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.
With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.
We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.
KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.
Learn more about our business here (https://kbr.foleon.com/gsapac/gs-apac-overview/) .
The Opportunity:
This role is a Senior Systems Engineering role supporting delivery of LAND Vehicle Platforms for Defence. You will be joining a team to deliver the technical aspects of the project through design reviews, test and evaluation and support to technical certification. A focus on building relationships, managing KBR’s partnerships and maintaining client satisfaction will be key to this role, with a view to maximising business opportunities within the agreed operating structure.
Responsibilities:
Undertake and oversee the development of Technical Investigations and Technical Instructions relating to platform systems, including the verification and validation of technical data
Operate as a lead in a multidisciplinary team to develop design requirements in the context of engineering change management and configuration management relating to Mechanical and Electrical platform systems
Act as a Design Acceptance Representative, participate in Engineering design Reviews and the development of Engineering Support Reports
Work both within and to the requirements of the Authorised Engineering Organisation
Work to the requirements of Contractor Engineering Management Plan
Manage preparation and/or review of work instructions and maintenance schedules
Conducting work to a high standard, including work on engineering reports and design contract documents
Working within Certification Standards and established industry practices
Develop and maintain relationships with key customer and supplier contacts
Provide guidance, mentorship and assistance to team members including graduate levels as and when required
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Experienced in Systems Engineering practice using EIA-632/IEEE 15288 or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute Systems Engineering Management Plan
Hands-on experience in configuration management practice
Working knowledge of ASDEFCON Contracting framework (above and/or below the line)
Experience in risk management
Experience in Verification and Validation (V&V) planning and test execution.
Other Requirements
8+ years Specialty Engineering practice as Electrical or Mechanical Platform engineer in Defence Environment
Ability to conduct Change Control Boards and Risk Management Meetings
Experience in requirements management and use of DOORs
Experience in developing System Design and detail design documentation
Experience in Systems Safety and developing and implementing safe ways of working and WHS plan.
Benefits of KBR
KBR is committed to supporting the professional development of staff at every stage of their career through in-house training, performance rewards and structured career paths. We offer a competitive package of lifestyle benefits that include family-friendly work hours. KBR is a quality assured equal opportunity employer.
What we will offer you:
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Flexible working
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid parental leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
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