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 Head of Platform Engineering (LOTE), the Project Engineering Manager – System Engineering will work closely with the Platform Engineering and Technical Governance teams and is accountable for managing key Systems Engineering mechanisms such as requirements and physical submarine interface modelling. 

The Collins Class submarine fleet’s Life of Type Extension (LOTE) will provide the nation with submarine capability into the 2030’s. The Collins boats are internationally regarded among the best conventional submarines in the world. The project is currently in the detailed design phase and ASC is working closely with its stakeholders to deliver the Navy’s specific requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the Model Based Systems Engineering tool which manages the many 1000s of physical submarine interfaces impacted by the LOTE Project scope.
• Management of the extensive LOTE DOORS database, which includes requirements but also critical data for the integrity of the design such as Safety Controls and Technical Risks.
• Coordinate key platform integration activities to ensure a balanced engineering solution for all LOTE systems.
• Coordinate Platform Engineering inputs into the Mission System Working Group (MSWG).
• Maintenance of the LOTE Mission System Functional Baseline and Allocated Baseline.
• Maintenance and configuration management of the LOTE DOORS and MBSE environments.
• Maintenance of the LOTE submarine interfaces, in conjunction with the other platform engineering teams.

About You: 

• Demonstrated experience (minimum of 5+ years) in Engineering Project Management on medium to large, multi-dimensional projects.
• Experience in building and leading multi-discipline technical teams, including supporting the growth of technical team members through evaluating performance and developing growth plans.
• Ideally, you will have demonstrated experience with submarine and/or submarine system’s design and maintenance, or an equivalent level of complex industry experience (eg, Aerospace).
• Bachelor level qualifications in a technical discipline relevant to the management of complex technical projects or relevant equivalent experience.
• Further qualifications (i.e., Masters or bridging courses) in Systems Engineering.
• Professional certifications / memberships in Engineers Australia – Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA) or INCOSE. Ideally Charted Engineer.
• Certificate IV in Complex Project Management or equivalent experience.

Eligibility:

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

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:

• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.
• 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.

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work-life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

About ASC:

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-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.