Shift Test Engineer - Mechanical (U.S Deployments)

Asc-Pty-Ltd; Garden Island; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid overseas deployment

US housing and relocation support

Career development

Return to WA role

Job summary

ASC, Australia's submarine company, seeks a Shift Test Engineer- Mechanical for a long-term deployment in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The role offers world-leading NSRP testing, training, and meaningful career development opportunities.

Placements are available in early 2027 for approximately 134 weeks, with responsibilities including NSRP design, testing, operation, and leadership of test activities with HMAS Stirling personnel during deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (any discipline) – ideally Marine/Naval, Nuclear, or Mechanical.
• Experience in defence or submarines is desirable.
• Proactive learner with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain NV1 Defence Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist expertise in NSRP design, testing and operation on nuclear-powered submarines.
• Lead NSRP testing, operations, maintenance, and direct Ship’s Force during test activities.
• Lead pre-shift briefings and training for NSRP operations.
• Conduct valve and switch line-ups to support NSRP maintenance and testing.
• Act as Shift Test Supervisor and coordinate with multiple departments for NSRP programs.
• Identify retest requirements and coordinate with HMAS Stirling to deliver NSRP tests.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Submarine systems

Shift testing

NV1 clearance

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (any discipline) – ideally Marine/Naval, Nuclear, or Mechanical

Job description

Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training?

An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership. To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking a skilled Shift Test Engineer- Mechanical to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.

This role offers a unique opportunity best suited for someone who thrives on challenge and is motivated by meaningful impact. You'll tackle complex work, grow your skills, and be rewarded with genuine career development and fulfilment.

Placements are available in early 2027 and will be approximately 134 weeks in duration.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist expertise in the design, testing, and operation of Nuclear Steam Raising Plants (NSRP) on nuclear-powered submarines


• Perform Shift Test Engineer duties, leading NSRP testing, operations, and maintenance, and directing HMAS Stirling personnel and Ship’s Force during test activities


• Lead pre-shift briefings and training to ensure all personnel are fully prepared for scheduled NSRP operations


• Conduct valve and switch line-ups with Ship’s Force to support safe and accurate NSRP maintenance and testing


• Act as Shift Test Supervisor when required, overseeing Shift Test Engineers and providing operational direction for complex test programs


• Support the Assistant Chief Test Engineer function by identifying retest requirements and coordinating across HMAS Stirling departments to ensure successful delivery of the NSRP test program

Eligibility Criteria

The successful applicant must possess:

• Bachelor of Engineering (any discipline) – ideally Marine/Naval, Nuclear, or Mechanical


• Experience within the defence industry or on submarines (desirable)


• Strong interpersonal skills


• A proactive approach to learning and ongoing professional development


• Ability to thrive and adapt in a dynamic, evolving environment


• Australian Citizenship


• Ability to obtain and maintain an NV1 Defence Clearance

Additional Details

During deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training. This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures.

At the completion of your deployment, you willreturn to Western Australia (WA)to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines at HMAS Stirling. Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.

Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.

Benefits

We’re here to support you prior to deployment and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working overseas, you will have access to a host of great benefits:

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States


• Work on world-class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology


• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working overseas (such as cost-of-living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)


• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program


• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits

Next Steps

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.