ATCSS Engineering Lead

Raytheon Australia; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to best practice tools

Tailored learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking an ATCSS Engineering Lead in Brisbane, Australia. This role involves providing strategic technical leadership and managing engineering activities related to the Air Traffic Control system. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering focusing on electrical components and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering tasks, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Opportunities for career growth and working with advanced technology are available.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Engineering with a significant Electrical Engineering component.
• Minimum of 6 years relevant experience and recognition as a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng).
• Demonstrated experience in system integration and testing, with technical competency in electrical design.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and mentoring to the ATCSS IPT team.
• Develop and maintain ATCSS IPT task schedules.
• Oversee planning and execution of ATCSS tasking activities.
• Manage communications with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Engineering management

Team leadership

Technical problem-solving

System integration and testing

Education

University Degree in Engineering

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-03-17

Country: Australia

Location: AU-QLD-CANNON HILL-101 ~ 101 Southgate Ave ~ SOUTHGATE

Position Role Type: Hybrid

• Support Australia’s Defence Mission
• Work with experienced teams on the nation’s most complex programs
• Grow your career with global expertise and local impact

Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia. Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised ATCSS Engineering Lead. Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow’s capabilities.

The Australian Defence Air Traffic System (ADATS) Support Program provides Air Traffic Control services to Defence locations across Australia. This nationally significant program encompasses radar systems, data processing platforms, communications infrastructure and advanced ATM capabilities that ensure safe and efficient military aviation operations nationwide.

The ATCSS Engineering Lead plays a pivotal role in providing strategic technical leadership and expertise in the management and execution of engineering activities specifically related to the ATCSS sub-system. The role is critical in addressing complex system issues, fostering effective team collaboration, and maintaining the ongoing engineering capability and performance of the ADATS program.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide authoritative technical direction, guidance and mentoring to the ATCSS IPT team, ensuring adherence to engineering and safety standards across all activities.
• Develop and maintain ATCSS IPT task schedules, tracking progress against plans and reporting status to the System IPT Lead and program management.
• Oversee the planning and execution of ATCSS tasking activities, ensuring all deliverables meet customer requirements and company quality processes.
• Serve as the primary Point of Contact for ATCSS IPT communications with internal and external stakeholders, allocating and managing team resources to meet program demands.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• University Degree in Engineering with a significant Electrical Engineering component, supported by a minimum of 6 years relevant experience and minimum professional development sufficient to attain recognition as a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) with Engineers Australia.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering management practices including work scheduling, prioritisation, coaching and process execution.
• Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams autonomously, communicate effectively across stakeholder groups, analyse and solve difficult technical problems, and deliver outcomes under schedule and budget pressure.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical design, including configuration control, Military Standard component/subsystem selection and procurement, and familiarity with AS3000 Wiring Rules.
• Demonstrated experience in system integration and testing, with technical competency across requirements engineering interface/cable design, EME, grounding, bonding and power distribution.
• Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 level Security clearance as needed. Eligibility can be found at https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability.

In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.

If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at [e-mail].

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