Electronics Engineer
Get to grips with demanding and varied engineering challenges, as one of the Navy’s electrical, electronics and combat systems experts.
Summary about this job
Government - Federal
Company: Defence Force Recruiting
Location: Perth
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $75,000 - $79,999
Phone: +61-2-1197-9181
Fax: +61-8-9597-4436
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Detail information about job Electronics Engineer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Opportunity
As an Electronics Engineer (also known as Electronics Engineer Officer) in the Navy, lead a team that maintains advanced combat systems while enjoying:
- an excellent salary plus generous superannuation
- ongoing investment in your personal and career development
- free medical and dental
- a good work/life balance
- leadership training and vocational variety
- subsidised accommodation
- a supportive team environment
- travel and leave entitlements
- free access to sports and fitness facilities
- friendships that last a lifetime
All that plus meaningful experiences such as joining peacekeeping missions and supporting communities in need.
Your role
You're in the Indian Ocean on a major multi-national exercise. Aircraft streak past overhead and submarines operate deep beneath you. The equipment and systems your team maintains are critical to the successful identification of incoming 'enemy' threats. This is no ordinary engineering challenge.
As an Electronics Engineer you’ll take responsibility for the repair and maintenance of high-tech onboard combat systems, which include:
- radar
- sonar
- navigation
- communications
- electronic warfare
- combat management system networks, and
- weapons fire control.
At sea you will be the engineering authority responsible for the vessel’s combat and self-defence capabilities. On land your position will include duties such as combat system trials as well as the training and management of sailors.
Another major aspect of your role will be to stay abreast of combat system upgrades and developments. The Navy introduces new ships and electronic systems on a regular basis so your job will be constantly challenging and changing.
During times of updates and developments, you will be involved in:
- monitoring system performance
- developing modifications
- evaluating repair schemes, and
- supervising equipment trials.
So are you ready for new engineering and career challenges complete with an amazing lifestyle? Then apply now (below).
Salary
- Fully-paid officer training
- Once trained, starting package approx. $77,000 p.a. plus superannuation
- Numerous other benefits
Location
- You will serve in fleet units and shore establishments around Australia on a rotational basis
- Individual preferences for posting location will be taken into account where possible
- Much of your time will be spent at sea
Entry Requirements
- Australian Citizen
- Aged 17 - 50
Applications will be accepted from those at varying stages of education from students who have recently completed Year 12 to graduates with a four-year Bachelor of Engineering Degree. Click below for more details of the options available.
Medical and fitness guidelines also apply.
How to Apply
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Navy Electronics Engineer position description