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

Reporting to the Technical Cross Product Team Manager, the Principal Naval Architect will support Collins Class sustainment as well as the Life of Type Extension project and will be responsible for class weight and stability management, general arrangement oversight, and multidisciplinary design activities. The role will also support the development of the technical team, and the maintenance and improvement of tools and processes.

This role is based from Osborne, SA. 

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for sustainment of the Collins Class submarines during maintenance activities and in-service periods.
• Oversee multidisciplinary design projects and feasibility studies with a focus on whole of submarine functional requirements.
• Development and mentoring of the technical team.
• Review, approval and continuous improvement of engineering documentation such as docking calculations, stability calculations, range and energy calculations, structural calculations, trim polygon analyses and engineering reports.
• Develop work scope and technical risk assessments for in-service defects, trials and reliability issues requiring knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the Defence Seaworthiness Management System.
• Key areas of knowledge include submarine design, trim and stability, shock and vibration, hydrostatics, dockings, shipyard infrastructure and general structural engineering.

About you 

• Bachelor of Engineering, Naval Architecture or similar (Degree must satisfy membership of the Institution of Engineers Australia at MIEAust level).
• Experience leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and technical personnel.
• Experience with naval design, maintenance and/or operation of maritime systems.
• Experience conducting Naval Architecture analysis within submarine, heavy engineering, shipbuilding or defence industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of Defence Seaworthiness Management System (DSWMS) and its application to Engineering Delegations and Risk Levels.
• Knowledge of submarine operations or the shipbuilding engineering environment.
• Experience in providing technical repair instructions and/or overseeing work conducted.

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.
• 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.