Mk41 VLS Guided Weapons Engineer - Level 1

Australian Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Department of Defence in Canberra is seeking an EL 1 specialist for Mk41 Vertical Launching System and guided weapons. The role focuses on directing maintenance activities, providing technical assurance, and contributing to policy development within the armaments systems engineering domain.

Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering or science qualifications, plus demonstrated ability to coordinate maintenance programs, assess assets, and influence stakeholders in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Engineering or science degree required, with related VLS experience preferred.
• Specialisation in guided weapon systems, Mk41 VLS knowledge is advantageous.
• Experience in maintenance coordination, certification programs and policy review.

Responsibilities

• Supervise intermediate level maintenance activities, including installation and checkout.
• Provide specialist advice on maintenance and training for VLS systems.
• Support training, assessment and certification of Mk41 VLS I-Level maintainers.
• Contribute to review, amendment and development of related policy.

Skills

Maintenance coordination

Technical assurance

Engineering judgement

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Diploma or trade qualification

Tools

Job description

The Australian Department of Defence in Canberra is seeking an EL 1 specialist for Mk41 Vertical Launching System and guided weapons. The role focuses on directing maintenance activities, providing technical assurance, and contributing to policy development within the armaments systems engineering domain.

Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering or science qualifications, plus demonstrated ability to coordinate maintenance programs, assess assets, and influence stakeholders in a dynamic