Technical Officer (Electronics)

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Detail information about job Technical Officer (Electronics). Terms and conditions vacancy

Introduction
At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge - to make the world a safer place.


What you will be a part of
Surveillance provides efficient solutions for safety and security, for surveillance and decision support, and for threat detection and protection. The portfolio covers airborne, ground-based and naval radar, electronic warfare, combat systems and C4I solutions, and traffic management systems.

Saab Australia develops advanced defence and security systems for domestic and international markets. Our intuitive real-time command and control; command support; security and surveillance; and mixed reality applications are designed to adapt to today’s rapidly changing defence and security challenges. Over thirty years, the company has established a reputation as Australia’s leading capability systems integrator. We develop technology that pushes boundaries and breaks conventions to keep people and society safe.

Offering a fresh, vibrant place to work, Saab backs its commitment to offering a healthy work-life balance with a great working culture, generous benefits, flexible working hours, and an active Social Club.


Your role
The Technical Officer is responsible for testing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading a wide range of electronic, electrical and electro-mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in the ongoing support, repairs, maintenance and upgrade of ANZAC and LHD Command and Control, Fire Control System and Primary Search Radar equipment and component parts for surface, subsurface naval vessels and shore installations
• Assuming the lead role in offsite activities which may include managing Saab technicians and sub-contractors
• Leading or assisting in test, acceptance and set to work of hardware in-house and ship/shore installations
• Taking an active role in the hardware manufacture, maintenance and support work carried out in the Saab Workshop and test sites

Please contact Daniela Flamminio for a copy of the full position description.


Your skills and experience
You will need to have:

• Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications (or similar); and/or relevant experience in the following areas:
  • Circuit and wiring fault finding in PC and industrial computing bus systems (cPCI, VME)
  • Diagnosis and repair of circuit card assemblies to component level
  • Repair and maintenance of radar equipment
    
    
• Previous experience in a systems and electronics orientated environment
• Previous experience in field fault diagnosis and repair of electronic and electrical equipment

Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application by 25 July 2018.

To work at Saab you must comply with Defence Industry security requirements (i.e. you will be an Australian citizen or able to meet eligibility requirements).

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Saab Australia is a proud supporter of the Veterans’ Employment Program and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.


About Saab
Saab is a global defence and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number 15,500 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development.

Saab is also a company with opportunities. A company where we see diversity as an asset and where you have both considerable responsibility and good opportunities for advancing in your career. But also a company that respects each person’s needs for a rewarding life beyond work.