Mk41 VLS Test Director and Guided Weapon Specialist

Defence Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Defence Australia in Canberra is seeking a Technical Professional for Mk 41 Vertical Launch System Test Director and Guided Weapon SQEP. The role requires an engineering or science degree and relevant course from NSWC Port Hueneme, with expertise in guided weapons.

The ideal candidate will supervise Intermediate Level maintenance, provide technical assurance, assist in maintainer certification, and contribute to policy development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, manage and report maintenance activities.
• Experience providing technical assurance of equipment, systems and processes.
• Ability to assess physical assets with engineering judgement.
• Strong analytical and data presentation skills for decision making.
• Proven capability to influence stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Adaptability to fluid environments and short-notice workload changes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication using standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Intermediate Level maintenance activities including Installation and Check Out.
• Provide specialist advice on maintenance and training and certs for maintainers.
• Participate in selection, 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

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Adaptability

Communication skills

Job description

Defence Australia in Canberra is seeking a Technical Professional for Mk 41 Vertical Launch System Test Director and Guided Weapon SQEP. The role requires an engineering or science degree and relevant course from NSWC Port Hueneme, with expertise in guided weapons.

The ideal candidate will supervise Intermediate Level maintenance, provide technical assurance, assist in maintainer certification, and contribute to policy development.