ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

We have immediate opportunities for skilled people to undertake world-leading training in the United States (U.S), setting you up for a secure career back home in the nuclear-powered submarine program - Australia's largest-ever industrial endeavour.

You will have access to cutting edge training in Pearl Harbor (Hawaii) for 2-3 years, with some roles completing placements at other locations throughout the USA during the full course of the assignment.

Role & Responsibilities

Working in Radiological Controls you will: 

• Provide internal oversight and review of all radiological engineering functions.
• Provide independent oversight of radiological work which has been developed and planned by principal engineers (i.e. mechanical, electrical, test).
• Assist in the development of engineering plans. This might be in the form of mentoring, training, identifying resources, and problem solving.
• Maintain the radiological status of the submarine and site to inform safe radiological practice during maintenance periods.

You will be immersed into the United States Navy processes, procedures and working on the Virginia Class systems in Pearl Harbour or other U.S locations. You will also undertake a combination of instructor led classroom-based training and on the job learning.

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to Western Australia to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines.

Please note this is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.

Eligibility Criteria

The successful person will possess:

• Minimum Education: Bachelors of Engineer Degree (any discipline). Preferable: Nuclear Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in Radiology/Radiological controls is highly desirable but not essential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Must be an Australian Citizen.

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.

What are the benefits?

We’re here to support you prior to departing for the US and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working in the US, you will have access to a host of great benefits:

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States for the next 2 - 3 years (locations include Pearl Harbor or Virginia)
• Work on US Virginia Class nuclear-powered submarines and cutting-edge nuclear technology.
• Undertake world-leading training in nuclear technology.
• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working in the US (such as cost of living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)
• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program.
• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits.

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.

Find your deeper purpose working with submarines at ASC.

Next Steps

Applicants who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted as soon as possible for a brief, initial phone call to discuss further information on the opportunity and to discuss eligibility. From there, you may be invited to interview.

Applicants who are not shortlisted will also be notified via email and at the earliest opportunity.