SENIOR COMBAT SYSTEMS SAFETY ENGINEER
Job Location: Preferred: Mawson Lakes, South Australia; Other locations considered depending on the applicant.
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Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
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This particular role is with the CSI-IPT where you will make valuable contributions to the Hobart Class Combat System Upgrades program.
Role Description:
The Senior Combat Systems Safety Engineer, under general direction from the CSI-IPT Safety & Environment Lead, will be responsible for ensuring that Program Safety activities are undertaken in accordance with the System Safety Program Plan (SSPP). Duties will include conducting and leading safety analyses, managing the CSI Hazard Log, the preparation and update of safety artefacts, and attendance and presentation at safety meetings.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Lead/conduct analyses to identify Safety and Environmental risks emergent from the Combat System design changes, generally in accordance with MIL-STD-882E, or alternative contracted or domain specific standards, this includes:
- System Requirements Hazard Analysis (SRHA)
- Preliminary Hazard List (PHL), Health Hazard Analysis (HHA), Environmental Hazard Analysis (EHA), Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA)
- Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
- Subsystem Hazard Analysis (SSHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA)
- Preparation of safety artefacts including Safety Case Report (SCR), System Safety Program Plan (SSPP), Hazard Analysis Report (HAR), Hazard Log (HL), safety related registers and supporting safety analysis.
- Support BAE Systems in the delivery of system safety engineering solutions and advice for projects undertaken within a structured Safety Engineering methodology as described by MIL-STD-882E, or alternative contracted or domain specific standards
- Independent review of peers’ work in relation to product safety, identifying technical risks
- Preparation, attendance and contribution to internal and customer meetings including System Safety Working Groups, Mandated System Reviews and Incremental Progress Reviews
KEY EXPERIENCE:
- Significant understanding/experience with MIL-STD-882E
- Significant experience with qualitative and quantitative safety analysis techniques such as Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), etc
- Significant experience applying a safety program within Maritime and/or complex defence acquisition programs
- Sound experience with Naval combat Systems
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering is considered essential
- Hold a NV-1 Defence security clearance and be eligible to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Communication and influencing skills including the ability to prepare and present concise oral and written reports, briefings, updates, and other documentation to a wide range of stakeholders.
- Pro-active approach with the ability to understand the business, identify issues, and develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships to achieve business objectives.
- Outcomes focussed with an ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent activities, with tight deadlines, while understanding and managing priorities, dependencies, and risks
- Ability to work in a team environment, lead a team when required, and able to work autonomously i.e. with minimum level of direction and support
- Ability to adapt and maintain a flexible approach to changing needs or priorities.
The CSI-IPT Team
The Combat Systems portfolio delivers Surface Combatant Combat Systems within the Combat Systems Integration – Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT) — a Collaboration Agreement between CoA, BAE Systems Australia, SAAB, and Lockheed Martin Australia.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
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Security statement
Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances. 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
