Manufacturing Engineer: SSN AUKUS Build Program

ASC Pty Ltd

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Unique and challenging work
Flexibility over work hours
Up to 10 days additional leave
Generous parental leave
Subsidised childcare
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Professional development opportunities
Diverse and supportive environment
Relocation support

Job summary

An Australian defence company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support submarine manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include collaborating with teams to document workflows and evaluate capability development. Applicants should have a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, relevant experience, and the ability to obtain a Defence Security Clearance. Work includes unique challenges and opportunities to grow within a supportive environment in Adelaide, South Australia.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in manufacturing engineering within a complex, high-precision production environment.
  • Strong understanding of production planning, process optimisation, and quality assurance in regulated industries.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with program teams to develop and document submarine manufacturing processes.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities for capability development, including tooling and technologies.
  • Support production readiness plans for the Australian Shipbuilder.
  • Participate in production planning and quality assurance initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate records of lessons learned and improvement opportunities.
  • Foster strong working relationships with engineering and production teams.
  • Contribute to training materials for Australian manufacturing teams.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering
Process Optimization
Production Planning
Quality Assurance
Collaboration

Education

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer: SSN AUKUS Build Program

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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 conventionally armed, 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

Join the SSN AUKUS Build Program as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you’ll work with Program engineering, production and planning teams to support the establishment, optimisation, and execution of submarine manufacturing processes, systems, and technologies. The role will focus on applying best practices, tools, and lessons learned from previous submarine programs and adapting them to the Australian context. The incumbent will play a key role in delivering engineering outcomes that support the successful build of SSN AUKUS submarines in Australia.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with program teams to develop and document submarine manufacturing processes, workflows, and systems.
  • Identify and evaluate opportunities for capability development, including tooling, technologies, and production methodologies.
  • Support the development and execution of production readiness plans for the Australian Shipbuilder.
  • Participate in production planning, quality assurance, and process improvement initiatives within the Australian environment.
  • Maintain accurate records of lessons learned, technical observations, and improvement opportunities.
  • Foster strong working relationships with domestic engineering, production, and planning teams to support long-term capability development.
  • Contribute to the development of training materials and onboarding resources for Australian manufacturing teams.
About You
  • Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related Engineering discipline.
  • Proven experience in manufacturing engineering within a complex, high-precision production environment.
  • Strong understanding of production planning, process optimisation, and quality assurance in regulated industries.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 Defence Security Clearance.

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an 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
  • Up to 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
  • Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas

Adelaide, South Australia (SA) combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

About ASC

ASC’s 2,400-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. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, 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.

Seniority level
  • Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Defense and Space Manufacturing
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