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 conventionally armed, 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 represents a rare opportunity to work on the pioneering SSN AUKUS Build Program, delivering an essential sovereign capability for Australia. The Senior Supply Chain Engineer – Mechanical will play a crucial role in the technical review and quality assessment of suppliers' systems and operations, ensuring the highest standards for the mechanical and materials components of the submarine. 

Responsibilities  

• Participate in technical review and quality assessment of suppliers' systems and operations. 

• Support business processes through active engagement with the external market. 

• Provide detailed reporting and assist in supply chain development. 

• Conduct pre-qualification desktop reviews of potential manufacturers and suppliers. 

• Participate in on-site visits to assess supplier capabilities and quality control processes. 

• Document findings of initial assessments and gap analyses, including detailed reports and photos. 

• Review and compare equivalent international standards and understand Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) requirements 

About you   

• Four-year bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar satisfying that satisfy membership of Engineers Australia (or equivalent) at MIEAust level. 

• You have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in mechanical engineering. 

• Knowledge and experience with systems and technologies such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, water piping, power piping, hoses, pumps, valves and actuators

• You possess excellent written and oral communication skills. 

• You can set appropriate priorities and work standards, managing multiple parallel tasks with high personal organization. 

• You demonstrate strong commercial acumen. 

• You are eligible for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent status. 

Eligibility  

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an 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  

• 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.  

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