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 Technical Services, the Software Engineering Manager is responsible for engineering design and maintenance projects that support any software integrated as part of the Collins Class Submarine (CCSM) platform and related support system elements. The Software Engineering Manager is a diverse role that requires engineering, people and project management.

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Osborne site in SA.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage the software engineering team working on the specified software support services ensuring that deliverables are met.
• Support the LOTE program by acting as Control and Monitoring Technical Authority that supports the integration of sustainment and Life Of Type Extension (LOTE) activities.
• Ensuring that the engineering activities are carried out in accordance with ASC’s engineering and corporate policies and processes.
• Act as the customer and subcontractor representative for assigned systems.
• Act as the Technical Discipline Lead (TDL) for the software engineering capability across ASC to enable development, training and allocation of personnel allocated to all programs.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Systems Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience (10+ years) with the design lifecycle and maintenance of a complex software system (e.g. submarine) in a senior engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience (minimum of 5 years) in Engineering Project Management on medium to large, multi-dimensional projects.
• Experience in a wide range of software systems including military/industrial control/automation and monitoring systems, and information systems.
• High level of knowledge of security and cyber security policies including DSPF and ISM.
• Experience in building and leading teams, including supporting the growth of technical team members through evaluating performance and developing growth plans.
• Experience with subcontractor engagement including development of work scope, and monitoring and reporting against performance.
• Experience with working through integration issues with stakeholders to find acceptable solutions.
• Demonstrated high-level proficiency in project management disciplines such as scope, schedule, cost, risk and opportunity management.
• High level of knowledge on product lifecycle, configuration management, product safety, seaworthiness and engineering governance and assurance.
• Understanding of financial and Earned Value Management techniques.
• Ability to recognise and set appropriate priorities and work standards. 
• Experience in customer relations and stakeholder management.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work- life balance.
• 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.