At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering decisions on mission-critical aviation technology and support air traffic management systems.
- Company: Join Airservices Australia, a key player in aviation safety and efficiency.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, career growth, and meaningful impact on aviation safety.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Shape the future of aviation and tackle complex engineering challenges.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or IT and experience in systems engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Specialist to provide technical leadership and systems engineering expertise throughout the delivery and operational lifecycle of mission-critical aviation systems.
The Organisation
Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country. This team helps secure the future of Australia’s skies and keeps it amongst the safest in the world.
The Role & The Team
The Tower Technology Services team within CTEO is responsible for the ongoing management, maintenance, and sustainment of critical technology systems that support Australia's National Airways System (NAS). As part of the Tower Technology Replacement Program, we are delivering the next generation of Air Traffic Management Systems that provide Air Traffic Controllers with real-time operational information to support safe and effective aircraft movements.
The Person
You will play a key role in the successful delivery, integration, acceptance, and operational readiness of new Air Traffic Management capabilities. Following deployment, you will become a trusted technical authority responsible for the sustainment, support, and continuous improvement of operational systems that directly support air traffic control services.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and provide oversight across the engineering lifecycle, from design and integration through to testing, deployment, acceptance, and operational support.
- Act as the primary technical point of contact for assigned systems and capabilities.
- Drive engineering governance activities, including technical reviews, assurance activities, and acceptance processes.
- Support site deployments and commissioning activities across operational environments.
- Manage technical risks, issues, dependencies, and change activities to ensure successful outcomes.
- Maintain configuration management and system integrity throughout the system lifecycle.
- Provide expert technical advice to engineering, operational, program, and executive stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, security, regulatory, and quality requirements.
- Lead incident investigations, problem management activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support the long-term sustainment and evolution of critical aerodrome and air traffic management systems.
About You
You are a highly capable systems engineering professional with strong technical leadership skills and a passion for delivering complex, operationally critical technology solutions. You bring:
- A degree in Engineering or Information Technology from an Australian tertiary institution or certified equivalent qualification.
- Significant experience in systems engineering, software-intensive systems, or complex operational technology environments.
- Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes, integration, verification, validation, and acceptance activities.
- Experience managing technical risk, change control, and configuration management activities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- The ability to influence outcomes and provide trusted technical advice across multidisciplinary teams.
- A commitment to safety, quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Security Clearance
To be eligible, you must be an Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Baseline Security Clearance and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Diversity & Inclusion
We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
Senior Engineering Specialist in Sydney employer: Airservices Australia
Airservices Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to extensive training opportunities and the chance to work alongside industry experts in major cities like Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and Perth. Our commitment to regulatory excellence and operational success ensures that your contributions will be meaningful and impactful within the aviation sector.
