Systems Engineering Lead

Position Overview

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice, designing, constructing, and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. Operating in Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam, Austal is embarking on a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding through a landmark Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement with the Commonwealth of Australia. As part of this growth, Austal is seeking a Systems Engineering Lead who will drive the implementation and application of a Systems Engineering framework across multiple naval and defence projects. This role involves producing critical artefacts, leading reviews, mentoring a team, and maintaining strong client relationships. Location: AUD Henderson, 6166.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Systems Engineering artefacts on time and to required standards.
• Achieve system acceptance by delivering the digital product.
• Lead mandatory Systems Reviews as per the SSA Program System Review Plan.
• Lead and mentor the Systems Engineering team.
• Maintain strong client relationships and act as a key technical contact.
• Report engineering risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Manage engineering changes to maintain design integrity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the delivery of broader engineering program objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Engineering degree or related discipline.
• Experience Required: 5+ years in Systems Engineering or a similar field.
• Proven experience in managing complex projects, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or the ability to obtain this accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in complex project environments and design teams.
• Knowledge of quality assurance, requirements management, and configuration management.
• Familiarity with PLM toolsets and documentation processes for capability delivery.
• Membership with SESA or INCOSE.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.