RAM Technical Lead in Springfield Central, Australia

Requisition ID: R10177360

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Springfield Central, Queensland, Australia

• Clearance Type: Protected (Baseline)

• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

We’re building a reputation as the place to be in Defence. Uniquely aligned to our nation’s strategic priorities, we are bringing to Australia leading-edge US capabilities that many can only imagine. We have an unparalleled local understanding of the needs of the ADF, and an 800-strong team committed to doing the right thing for Australia and each other. No wonder we are increasingly recognised as a partner of choice for Defence, for industry and for those looking to define possible in their career.

Northrop Grumman Australia provides the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) with through-life support for its fleet of KC30-A Multi-role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft—a derivative of the Airbus A330-200. The platform is a trusted and proven asset, and the program is continually growing in capability and expertise.

Your Role

As the Reliability, Availability and Maintainability (RAM) Technical Lead you will provide direction on processes, tools, reporting, and support RAM activities. You will also be responsible for:

• Ensure potential airworthiness hazards and risks to safe operation of the Program identified during RAM analyses or investigations

• Provide strategic direction and ensure execution of Approved RAM program plans in support of fleet, maintenance planning, supply chain, obsolescence mitigation actions, engineering operations and capability development

• Engages and collaborates with Australian Defence Force platform specialists to develop and support RAM SME capabilities

About You

As an experience Reliability Engineering professional, you will be able to work in a dynamic environment with emerging requirements across airworthiness, reliability and obsolescence. Along with your working experience you will have:

• Degree Qualifications in Engineering (Electrical/Avionics, Aerospace, Mechanical Structures)

• Defence aviation leading, investigating, managing, or working within aviation reliability and system integrity programs

• Working knowledge of Defence aviation regulations relevant to Airworthiness requirements, specifically DASR Part 21M and DASR Part 21J, or equivalent

• Demonstrated Leadership experience

• Hold or be eligible for Professional Chartership (CPENG or RPEQ)

What we Offer

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues, and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training

• Purchased annual leave.

• Salary packaging includes novated car leases.

• Generous paid parental leave

• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave

• Health & Wellbeing program

• Employee Assistance Program

Defining Possible is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that works for our people’s careers too. What’s Your Possible?

Everyone Matters

Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds.

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.