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Principal Avionics Engineer

AT Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman

Principal Avionics Engineer

Prospect, Australia

Requisition ID: R10188498
Category: Engineering
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Location: Edinburgh Parks, South Australia, Australia
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Clearance Type: Secret (NV1)
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Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
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Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 2
We're building something special here in Australia. Committed to safeguarding our Country's future by solving the toughest problems in Aeronautics, Space, and Mission Systems, we're investing in our business, growing our capabilities, and nurturing a great reputation as the place to be in Defence. 'Defining Possible' is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that's as relevant for our people as for our customers.

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Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) provides real-time intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) over vast ocean and coastal regions. The aircraft can fly for more than 24 hours at a time, at an altitude above 55,000 feet and an operational range of 8,200 nautical miles.

Your Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and suitably qualified
Principal Avionics Engineer to support the MQ-4C Triton Program. You will be responsible for

Development, Review and Approval of engineering instruments before release to customers.

Monitoring and managing Airworthiness Directives implementation of and compliance with the Continuing Airworthiness requirements

Managing Engineering workflow and backlog with other Engineers and Product Support staff

Maintain and exercise the engineering delegation determined by NGA

About You:
As an experienced and degree qualified Engineer, you will bring a high level of technical acumen, with a desire to drive best-practice outcomes. You will have

Engineering Degree Avionics or Electrical

Working knowledge of CASA or DASA Continuing Airworthiness Frameworks

Previous Engineering Authority Delegation

Configuration management understanding

Ability to present to customers

What we offer:
Whatever your role, life stage, or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues, and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

Commitment to your Professional Development - further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training

Options for flexible & hybrid work including a 9-day fortnight

Up to 2 weeks additional purchased annual leave

Salary packaging including novated car leases

Generous parental leave entitlements

Volunteer Leave

Relocation assistance

Health & Wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Support towards continued Professionalisation through our agreement with Engineers' Australia

Defining Possible means something different to each one of us. What's Your Possible?

Everyone Matters
Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Note: As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you will need to be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, so your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Client-provided location(s): Edinburgh SA 5111, Australia
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10188498
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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