Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training? 

An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership. To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking a skilled Shift Test Engineer- Mechanical to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.  

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to further your career and professional capabilities through collaborations and upskilling with world-leading industry partners. 

Placements are available in August 2026 and will be approximately 134 weeks in duration. 

Responsibilities  

As a Shift Test Engineer- Mechanical, you will typically be responsible for: 

• Providing subject matter expertise in the design and operations of nuclear steam raising plants (NSRP) in nuclear-powered submarines. 

• Independently performing Shift Test Engineer (STE) assignments in the preparation for and accomplishment of nuclear steam raising plant (NSRP) testing, operations, and maintenance, by using earned authority to direct HMAS Stirling personnel and Ship’s Force in accomplishing testing operations. 

• Leading formal pre-shift training and briefing events with Ship’s Force and HMAS Stirling personnel to ensure sufficient levels of readiness for the day’s planned NSRP testing and operations. 

• Performing valve and switch line-up checks, in conjunction with Ship’s Force during NRSP maintenance, testing, and operations. 

• When required, perform the duties of a Shift Test Supervisor, overseeing a subordinate Shift Test Engineer, to provide broader operations direction off-hull, based on the complexity of the test program. 

• When required, perform functions as an Assistant Chief Test Engineer, identifying retest requirements after repair, coordinating between HMAS Stirling departments to ensure the overall success of the NSRP test program. 

Eligibility Criteria  

The successful applicant must possess:  

• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Engineering (any discipline) – ideally Marine/Naval, Nuclear, or Mechanical 

• Formal training in a nuclear discipline and exposure to nuclear technology in either a work or educational setting 

• Experience within the defence industry or on submarines (desirable) 

• Australian Citizenship  

• The ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance  

Additional Details 

During deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training. This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures.  

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to Western Australia (WA) to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines at HMAS Stirling. Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.  

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

Benefits  

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

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States 

• Work on world-class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology  

• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working overseas (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  

Next Steps  

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.  

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.