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

This role is pivotal in overseeing the Configuration Management of all information related to the new Submarine Construction Yard (SCY) infrastructure located at Osborne, South Australia. To enable this, the SCY Configuration and Assurance Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining a Configuration Management Plan that will be used by the Infrastructure Team and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders.  A key part of the Plan involves Requirements Management through application of systems engineering principles to manage the full scope of the infrastructure and equipment functional requirements (IFR) while providing leadership, guidance, and support to the team.

The position is responsible for establishing, managing and maintaining configuration baselines for all SCY documents within a document management system and all infrastructure requirements within a requirements management database. This will require new processes and tools to ensure delivery of high-quality Configuration Management solutions. In addition, the role will be required to develop processes for the Infrastructure Team to undertake Assurance of the infrastructure design and construction against the IFR.  

This is a full-time, permanent position, based in Adelaide, SA. 

Responsibilities

• Delivery of Configuration Management products and services, including processes, plans and tools for the management of SCY information
• Support Engineering Leads to achieve required outcomes
• Keeping CM documents and processes up to date and ensuring the delivery of activities in support of closure of Corrective Actions
• Activities related to the Configuration Control Board and Engineering Review Boards including minutes, action tracking and reporting
• Develop and implement the Systems Engineering principles within the team
• Establish templates and tools for undertaking requirements development, management, communication and delivery to the customer(s)
• Support the professional development of the Infrastructure Team in Systems Engineering practices, including requirements creation, management and assurance activities

About you 

• Relevant qualification in Systems Engineering, Configuration Management or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Configuration Management and/or Systems Engineering
• Proficient in management methodologies including work scheduling, prioritising, coaching and process execution
• Advanced knowledge of configuration management techniques, particularly in a Defence environment
• Familiarisation and experience with configuration management practices and standards such as EIA-649
• Familiarisation and experience with Systems Engineering practices and standards such as INCOSE Certification

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 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.
• 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

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.