C4I System Designer/Engineer

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Naval Vessels Lurssen (N V L) is a global leader in designing and building ships of the highest quality for demanding customers all over the world. For more than 140 years we have earned the experience and expertise required to create vessels that meet virtually any set of individual wishes and different demands. The legendary quality of L?rssen stands for satisfied customers and ships that can be completely relied on in any situation. We are a fourth generation family owned business and we are very proud of our history and reputation in the market.

Luerssen Australia was established in 2018 to commence construction of 12 Offshore Patrol Vessels for the Royal Australian Navy over a 12 year period. We work closely with our customer and stakeholders to deliver excellence in service.

The Role
This role is responsible for acting as System Designer/Engineer for C4I systems (Communication, Navigation and Combat Management Systems), Engineering in Project Organisations and to support the production liaison organisation and the Subcontractors/Shipbuilder's organisations.

Employee Benefits

• Mandatory 9 Day Fortnight roster
• Three days additional paid annual leave to use during the Christmas shutdown period 
• Funded Christmas function
• Study assistance
• Wellness activities
• Novated leasing
• Free parking

Responsibilities

• Provide technical authority with special respect to Australian Shipbuilder specific adaption and further development of basic documentation provided by the Design Team
• Support with design-/production-related knowledge the transfer between Luerssen Technical Departments and the Australian Subcontractors/Shipbuilders
• Report to the C4I Design Team Lead and project related report to the relevant C4I Project Engineer.
• Inter-discipline collaboration and inter-project teamwork to manage interfaces and overlapping tasks with all relevant stakeholders
• Responsible for the execution of the Australian-specific adaption of the related engineering scope
• Provide short-term clarification of questions from relating design departments
• Communicate with the JIRA C4I action tacker and TQ system
• Give production-related technical advice in liaise with production liaison engineer
• Manage the change management process (BUF, ECP) regarding all items within the related engineering scope
• Support the C4I Project Engineer in implementation of design and equipment installation
• Particular attention must be paid to the C4I systems and their specific subcontractors

Requirements

• A relevant engineering or technology qualification (essential)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the Defence industry and 2 years in a technical role within a complex project
• Knowledge and understanding across all requirements in similar size naval vessels to the OPV
• Experience in weapon system integration and commissioning
• Basic knowledge of combat management systems
• Basic knowledge of navigation systems and tactical communication systems
• Knowledge in processes of systems engineering (e.g. ISO 12207 / 15288)
• Experience in realisation of systems according to military standards
• Demonstrated experience regarding the design of complex systems and experience in contract management
• Efficient interaction with production regarding shipbuilding processes and integration of systems on board
• Demonstrated capability in the coordination of Commonwealth contact within a project environment
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Office 365
• Proven ability to self-organise, prioritise and work to deadlines
• High level of attention to detail

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please click the 'Apply for this job' link and upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you'd be perfect for this role. You will be contacted directly if we wish to progress you to shortlisting.

For further company information please visit: www.luerssen.com.au and www.luerssen.de/en/

Luerssen Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applications from Australian Defence Force Veterans.