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We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 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.
The Opportunity:
KBR is seeking a skilled Systems / Project Engineer to work within our MSP Maritime team out of Defence Plaza, Sydney.
You will be responsible for the execution of day-to-day engineering and logistics activities in accordance with our customers’ Engineering Management System.
The project you are supporting delivers integrated cross-class acquisition and sustainment services, expert advice, and quality asset management.
Responsibilities:
- Undertake requirements engineering activities.
- Undertake design activities as part of the preliminary design and detailed design stages.
- Draft or provide input towards the development of statements of work for acquisition.
- Conduct Verification and Validation (V&V) activities as part of engineering change management activities.
- Implement the system safety program and perform safety engineering activities.
- Develop or provide input towards the development of service requirements as part of maintenance definition.
- Identify items of supply required for codification and liaise with the logistics office to complete codification and cataloguing.
- Logistics support analysis.
- Undertake sparing analysis.
- Perform technical investigations.
- Provide engineering support such as SQEP review, engineering advice, and engineering support for trials.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Essential:
- Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
- Minimum 6 years’ experience in a similar position.
- Previous experience / exposure to Australian Defence Force (ADF)/Capability and Support Group (CASG) and/or Marine Engineering Industry.
- Experience with NLIS applications – CMT, AMPS, NAVALLOW, and/or MILIS.
- Highly developed organisational and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of design, technical investigation and test.
- Demonstrated abilities to develop positive working relationships through high level communications skills.
- Eligible for Eligible for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) clearance on relevant ship systems.
All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.
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.
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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