Dive into the cutting edge of technological advancement, boldly guiding the path forward with cutting-edge precision timing and sensor products. Revolutionize communication, navigation, surveillance, and defense systems!
We are in search of a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join us in driving forward a variety of pioneering projects and products, spanning from sensing to orbital atomic clocks, within the pipelines of these innovative ventures.
What you'll do:
- Uphold the effective application of mechanical and systems engineering across all projects:
- Lead the development of the mechanical engineering team.
- Define, design, and evaluate mechanical system requirements.
- Analyze designs, conduct trade-off studies, and assess system performance.
- Establish and manage technical documentation.
- Participate in and facilitate design reviews.
- Contribute to the integration and testing of mechanical systems.
- Identify opportunities for engineering design and process optimization.
- Engage across all stages of the product development life cycle, from R&D to product support.
- Ensure adherence to design criteria and quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assist with system integration and testing:
- Develop assembly, test plans, and test documentation.
- Implement configuration management and version control protocols.
- Collaborate effectively as an active participant in the engineering team:
- Contribute to project planning.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to the mechanical engineering team.
What you'll need:
- More than a decade of experience, with significant leadership involvement in engineering teams.
- Practical experience in both R&D and production engineering.
- Prior industry exposure within defense, space, and/or startup product development entities is highly beneficial.
- Proficiency in project management, organization, and time management.
- Familiarity with the product development lifecycle.
- Understanding of defense project documentation necessities.
- Knowledgeable in system engineering methodologies.
- Must be an Australian Citizen or have a PR visa.
- Police check required.
Nice to have:
- Attaining High Performance: Driven by results, embraces accountability, and is dependable.
- Customer Focus: Cultivates robust customer relationships, comprehends their requirements, and prioritizes meeting their expectations.
- Collaboration: Actively contributes as a team member to foster transparent, honest, and supportive connections.
- Continuous Improvement: Challenges conventional processes and proposes innovative alternatives.
- Employee Development: Excels in motivating, engaging, and empowering others to grow.
What's in it for you:
- Live, and benefit from, values of “respect, excellence, and integrity”
- Work in an energetic and vibrant workplace in the cultural centre of the Adelaide CBD.
Inspire, engage, and empower others! Take action now. Apply today without delay!