At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking talented and experienced Designers/Draftspersons for a 12-month fixed-term contract to join our dynamic team working on the prestigious Hunter Class Frigate Program. These positions will offer you an opportunity to join our Detail Design Hubs in either Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns or Perth. No previous shipbuilding experience is required.
What this opportunity will mean for you:
- Performing purposeful work where your efforts are recognized in an environment enabling you to thrive
- World class career opportunities, as our biggest project is YOU! Your success is our success
- Accessibility to flexible working arrangements that will provide you with balance and a lifestyle that fosters wellbeing
- Access to our competitive employee benefits program that are designed to better support you: Employee Benefits
- Being part of a workplace culture that is safe, inclusive and takes pride in their company values
Key responsibilities include:
Working as part of our international Detail Design team, you will be required to conduct high quality spatial integration and production outputs delivery using our integrated digital engineering toolsets (e.g. AutoCAD, FORAN, Windchill), which will be used by our production workforce, or by our various subcontractors, to build the Hunter Class Frigates.
Depending on your role in the team, your specific responsibilities will include:
Intermediate Level (e.g. between 2 and 10 years of any experience)
- Actively identify and meet internal and external customer needs and expectations, through consultation and reporting of progress to both functional and project management
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with appropriate Engineering, Drafting and Quality Management System standards
- Prepare and maintain accurate technical documents, records and reports in accordance with function and project requirements
- Actively participate in problem solving teams, contributing to the improvement of technical systems and process, in areas of specialisation
Senior Roles (e.g. over 10 years of relatable industry experience, ideally maritime)
- Lead a small team (2-3) of designers working collaboratively to deliver allocated outputs
- Ensure the team is trained and competent in using the Hunter Class Frigate Program core engineering digital tools (e.g. FORAN, Windchill, AVEVA ERM, etc.)
- Use the engineering tools above to carry out production outputs work on the Hunter Class Frigate Program
- Support the Detail Design Discipline Lead and act as the delegated Engineering Authority consistent with assigned work and level of delegation
- Manage own elements of engineering work package including, work planning and breakdown, estimating and schedules as necessary
About YOU
As an ideal applicant for this opportunity, you’ll have:
- Diploma of Engineering (Technical) or equivalent industry experience
- Experience in 2D & 3D CAD using AutoCAD or similar packages (SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, PTC Creo, Siemens NX, REVIT, etc.)
- Experience working as a designer or draftsperson within the maritime, heavy engineering, oil & gas, infrastructure or building services industries
- Experience in producing shop detail or manufacturing drawings
- Experience in a typical design office quality review processes (e.g. conducting quality checks and providing feedback on others outputs)
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.
