Date Posted:

2025-05-29

Country:

Australia

Location:

AUSWA114: Perth WA, 1 McGrath Rd, Henderson, WA, 6166, Australia

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Highly respected Australian company and global leader in innovation and technology;
Be part of an exciting project to support Offshore Patrol Vessel and Hydrographic Capability for the Australian Defence Force.
Great team environment with free on-site parking located at Henderson, WA.

Raytheon Australia is a trusted capability partner delivering some of the most complex, innovative, and meaningful engineering projects for the Australian Defence Force. As one of the most reputable high technology companies in the world, Raytheon is a trusted partner in delivering missions solutions to our customers.

We draw the brightest minds and give them work that excites them while continuously developing an environment for learning to maintain a highly skilled, world-class team. As a Lead Engineer - Mechanical you will work alongside the other Engineering Authorities to liaise with our stakeholders, conduct engineering assessments, review and support the approval of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs). Demonstrating advanced technical theories, methodologies, principles and expertise to provide innovative solutions to the current phase of the project, you will be alert to cost and schedule constraints.

Your new role will also provide you with the opportunity to learn, share knowledge and be mentored on Engineering methodology and processes. Enabled by the support of the Engineering Manager, you will also be enrolled in our national Engineering network. Working in a friendly team to meet the needs of our customer - the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), your role involves direct engagement with peers, Australian Defence Force personnel, capability partners, sub-contractors and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

As the technical interface between the customer, management and the implementation team, conduct systems analysis to derive function, performance and interface requirements to meet electrical safety parameters.
Engage with System Design activities (including trade studies) to ensure that the mechanical design artefacts are compatible with the baselined product; consistent across all subsystems, delivering system design to meet performance requirements.
Perform technical risk analysis as required in your work as the mechanical engineer to support development and review of hazard logs, safety case arguments and risk mitigation actions.
Ensure assigned mechanical components are developed and implemented according to appropriate standards and procedures.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholder; securing Raytheon’s reputation as a trusted partner in delivering systems integration and mission support solutions to our customers.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification in relevant mechanical/mechatronics/structural engineering discipline; holding as a minimum tertiary qualifications and professional development sufficient to attain recognition as CPEng with Engineers Australia in a relevant engineering stream, including ability to attain RPEQ recognition.
Experience in an Engineering discipline including involvement in one or more of the following Engineering practices - Requirements Definition, Management, Analysis, Design and Verification and Validation.
Experience in effectively representing Engineering professional services to both internal and external customers.
Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience (when a University Degree is held).
Experience with a 3D CAD parametric modelling software.
Experience in mechanical component / sub-system selection and procurement. Practical to substantial knowledge of projects, programs, or systems relevant to the business with the ability to make enhancements and leverage knowledge in daily work.
Experience in mechanical design and design changes.
Experience in product configuration control.
Experience in Military Standard electrical component/subsystem selection and procurement.
Familiarity with AS1100 Drawing standard.
This position may require availability to travel when required.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at http://www.defence.gov.au/agsva

A career at Raytheon will provide you with competitive remuneration, flexible working conditions, world class employee benefits, and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Don’t miss the opportunity to build your career in a world class team and help build the defence systems that keep Australia safe.

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