Mk41 VLS Test Director and Guided Weapons Specialist

Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence in Canberra is seeking a Mk41 Vertical Launch System Test Director and Guided Weapon SQEP. The role requires an engineering or science degree and specialist experience in guided weapons, with oversight of intermediate level maintenance and certification programs.

You will provide expert technical assurance, advise on maintenance and training, and contribute to policy development while coordinating cross-functional teams in a fast-changing environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, manage and report on maintenance activities.
• Proven experience providing technical assurance of equipment and processes.
• Practical application of engineering/technical judgement.
• Strong analytical and data presentation skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environments.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with office software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate intermediate level maintenance activities.
• Provide technical assurance of equipment, systems and processes.
• Apply engineering judgement to assess condition of assets.
• Analyze, synthesize and present technical information clearly.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Adapt to a fluid work environment and support colleagues on short notice.
• Communicate effectively using standard office software.

Skills

Maintenance coordination

Technical assurance

Engineering judgement

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Science degree

Diploma or Trade

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department of Defence in Canberra is seeking a Mk41 Vertical Launch System Test Director and Guided Weapon SQEP. The role requires an engineering or science degree and specialist experience in guided weapons, with oversight of intermediate level maintenance and certification programs.

You will provide expert technical assurance, advise on maintenance and training, and contribute to policy development while coordinating cross-functional teams in a fast-changing environment.