Integration Engineer

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About the role:

We have an opportunity for an Integration Engineer to work within the SEA1442 Maritime Communication Modernisation (MCM) Phase 5 work package. You will predominantly provide oversight, advice, and technical expertise to support the integration of the Cobra and King Cobra SATCOM terminals onto various platforms. 

SEA1442 is the lead program for future integrated communications in the maritime environment and will provide selected RAN Fleet units with a new Primary and Alternate Satellite Terminal system. You will be responsible for assessing Contractor deliverables and designs and providing guidance to the Contractor and the Project on integration matters. 

You will also be required to work collaboratively and effectively with the CoA (CASG, RAN, etc.), assisting both in achieving the required quality of outputs in delivering materiel in accordance with the ASDEFCON contract, CASG requirements, Seaworthiness and ODCS (formerly the Capability Life Cycle).

What you will be involved with:

• Support the SEA1442 Phase 5 Project Managers and Engineering Managers on platform integration matters. 
• Provide engineering recommendations, within their delegation, to the Engineering Manager, Project Manager and Chief Engineer.
• Support end-to-end integration of the project onto platforms. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the integration process.
• Proactively identify and resolve interface challenges to support successful integration.
• Act as a liaison to ensure alignment between technical, operational, and project goals.
• Facilitate regular progress updates, technical meetings, and issue resolution sessions.
• Provide on-site support during key phases of installation, testing, and deployment.
• Assess and provide feedback on deliverables under acquisition and sustainment contracts.
• Attend and contribute to Materiel System Reviews (MSRs).
• Participating in Interface Control Working Groups (ICWGs).
• Providing specialist technical advice and the assessment of technical risk on all aspects of the SEA1442 Phase 5 Maritime Communications Modernisation System within their Engineering Delegation.
• Support Technical Certification and Product Acceptance Planning.
• Review and advise on system architecture elements, including the potential for proposed architectures to fit within the future Maritime architecture constructs.
• Provide effective stakeholder engagement, both internal and external to WP1 and WP2.

What we would like from you:

• Bachelor of Engineering or other technical Tertiary qualification in a related field recognised by the Washington Accord for Professional Engineers.
• Engineers Australia Chartered Status or equivalent, or the ability to achieve Chartered status.
• Experience in the successful application of systems engineering on Defence projects or in a comparable industry.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to process complex information and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in a maritime project, such as within the Defence Seaworthiness Assurance environment and using the Navy Harmonised Risk Matrix (Desirable).
• Experience in the engineering fields of Communications Systems, Network Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Combat Systems Engineering, or similar.
• Experience in Capability Projects in the Defence and/or Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) environment (Highly Desired).

Life at Nova – it all adds up!

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks 
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards well-being such as a gym membership or assets related to well-being activities 
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service 
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people 
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust 
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more 
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members 
• Annual Nova employee engagement:  Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun! 
• Well-being Hub with access to health and fitness content 
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance 
• Free Flu Vaccination annually 
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice 
• Nova Employee Share Offer 
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture 
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously!

You can view the full range of benefits at Life at Nova | Nova Systems

Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Paul Sloan in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100.

Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation. 

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference. 

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.  

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website. 

Veteran

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate. 

ITAR

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances 

NOVA SYSTEMS 

Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.  

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.  

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. 

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.