ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
We’re seeking a capable Engineer – Jigs & Fixtures (J&F) to support the design, management and sustainment of tooling used across the Collins Class submarine program. This role sits within the J&F team and plays a key part in delivering and maintaining the assets, systems and processes required to support production and maintenance activities.
Working across engineering, production and supply chain, you will contribute to remediating current J&F assets, establishing robust asset management practices, and supporting the development of scalable systems that can be applied across future submarine programs.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engineering support for jigs and fixtures across design, analysis and sustainment activities.
- Perform calculations, analysis and component or sub‑system design using established tools and processes.
- Prepare engineering documentation including specifications, sketches, test procedures and reports.
- Review and validate engineering artefacts to ensure quality and compliance.
- Support management of J&F assets, including documentation, configuration and maintenance requirements.
- Maintain accurate asset records and data within systems such as IFS and PLM.
- Liaise with production, engineering, supply chain and external partners to coordinate J&F delivery and usage.
- Assess and document the physical condition and status of existing jigs and fixtures.
- Track demand, manage schedules and ensure tooling availability aligns with program needs.
- Support reporting, metrics development and continuous improvement initiatives within the J&F function.
About you
- Degree‑qualified engineer with eligibility for professional membership (for example Engineers Australia).
- Experience in mechanical, structural or production engineering environments.
- Understanding of design, maintenance or manufacturing processes and engineering lifecycles.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience working with asset management, engineering documentation or configuration systems is desirable.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Secure and long-term career opportunities that provide a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work- life balance.
- 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community.
- Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
About ASC
ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.
