At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and analyse mechanical systems for cutting-edge space programs.
- Company: Join Raytheon Australia, a leader in Defence technology.
- Benefits: Flexible work, tailored learning opportunities, and career growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with access to best practice tools.
- Why this job: Be part of innovative projects that support Australia's Defence mission.
- Qualifications: Degree in mechanical engineering and expertise in mechanical systems.
The predicted salary is between 117869 - 144063 $ per year.
Located in either Exmouth or Perth, Western Australia.
Work on Space programs including Space Surveillance Telescope (SST), C-Band Radar System and Deep-Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) to support Australia’s Defence mission.
Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia! We are seeking a bright and energised Mechanical Engineer to join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines.
This work will support the operation and maintenance of SST, C-Band and DARC, located in Exmouth, Western Australia. These are major assets for Australia’s support of the United States Space Surveillance Network (SSN).
You will be responsible for the following:
- Identify product, people and process risks and escalate as necessary.
- Raise technical information and manage the resolution of the associated risk through the end-to-end engineering process.
- Perform design, analysis, implementation, test and lifecycle support of mechanical components, systems and sub-systems.
- Prepare, review, release and maintain engineering documentation.
- Planning, analysis and reporting of maintenance tasks.
- Gathering test data and analysis/presentation of the results.
- Root cause failure analysis and remediation.
- Managing contractors on site and reviewing their work.
- Ensure work complies with Australian Standards.
- Scoping technical work packages.
- Spares and obsolescence management.
We are looking for the following skills, experience and qualifications:
- Mechanical systems expertise.
- Structural and lifting experience.
- Process improvement.
- Change management.
- Risk analysis.
- Technical communication.
- Root cause analysis.
- Project engineering.
- Design process experience.
- 3D CAD design using Creo.
- Mechanical component selection and procurement.
- Knowledge of configuration control.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of systems engineering.
Requires a university degree in mechanical engineering. A white card is required for site access at HEH Exmouth. Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance as needed.
In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Mechanical Engineer employer: Raytheon Australia
Raytheon Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for Contracts Managers in Mawson Lakes. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from tailored learning opportunities and access to best practice tools while contributing to critical Defence projects that enhance national security. The hybrid work model promotes flexibility, allowing team members to thrive in a fast-paced setting while collaborating with a high-calibre team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
