Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician

About you

You are technically capable and curious professional who is ready to grow within a complex and strategically critical Defence program. You bring a sound foundation in engineering with a particular interest in sustainment and supportability and are eager to develop deeper expertise in submarine platform technology and quality management practised. Your ability to engage with technical data follow procedures and support the application of engineering standards allows you to contribute meaningfully from day one. You have experience with or exposure to engineering systems such as PLM or MRP tools as well as design or analysis software and you are comfortable working within structured compliance-driven environments. You are collaborative and adaptable ready to support colleagues across the business and motivated by the opportunity to be part of a team shaping the future of Australias submarine sustainment capability.

About the role

As an Engineering Technician (Supportability- Supplier Assurance) you will play a vital role in supporting the capability uplift of potential supply chain partners for submarine platform sustainment services. Guided by experience professional you will apply your technical knowledge to help asses and enhance supplier capability with the ultimate aim of qualification for submarine sustainment tasks. You will be actively involved in interpreting technical requirements for supply chain services and contributing to engineering tasks and projects that support the delivery of effective sustainable this role you will assist in identifying and investigating supply chain capability and risks conducting technical risk assessments and ensuring that relevant procedures codes and standards are accurately applied. You will support engineering activities by applying knowledge of submarine sustainment operations quality management systems and supplier engagement principles. A key part of your work will also include using engineering toolsets such as PLM or MRP systems and software for design simulation and analysis. Working within the H&B Defence team you will not only contribute to programs technical success but also continue to build your own experience and understanding within a specialised Defence environment.

To be successful in this position you will bring;

• This role is open to both mid and senior levels along with both engineering technicians and engineers
• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Defence security clearance as defined by AGSVA guidelines
• High level of interpersonal communications skills
• Significant exposure to a relevant defence industry engineering function
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline

About H&B Defence

H&B Defence was established in 2024 as a joint venture between HII and Babcock. Together we bring worldleading expertise from Australia the United Kingdom and the United States to support the development of critical sovereign capability for Australias onceinageneration AUKUS nuclearpowered submarine program.

H&B Defence is positioned to support every stage of Australias optimal pathway under AUKUS Pillar 1 including workforce development nuclear infrastructure design and construction submarine defueling and decommissioning nuclear waste management and longterm sustainment ensuring Australia is ready for both Virginia Class submarines and SSNAUKUS.

Your future with us what we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave wellbeing leave volunteer leave paid parental leave and compassionate and Bereavement Leave
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning.
• Youll have access to our rewards program which will provide you with endless discounts across retail health entertainment travel and muchmore.

• Your wellbeing is supported through our Employee Benefits Program to ensure your wellness includes mind body and soul.

Job req #70967

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however due to the defence orientation of this role the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to reference checks police check security check qualifications and right to work.

Please note the employing entity for this position may be Babcock Pty Ltd or HII Nuclear Australia