Systems Engineer - Avionics

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Triton Systems Engineer – Avionics to join our Triton Air Vehicle team in Adelaide. This is a rare opportunity to work on the MQ-4C Triton, one of Australia's most advanced autonomous aircraft platforms, supporting the sustainment, airworthiness and ongoing evolution of a truly unique Defence capability.

Working across both the Air Vehicle and Ground Segment elements of the system, you'll play a key role in assessing technical information, resolving complex engineering challenges, supporting maintenance activities, and driving engineering changes that enhance platform capability and availability.

Why Join Us?
Work on a Unique Defence Capability

• Support the MQ-4C Triton, one of Australia's most advanced autonomous aircraft platforms

• Bring innovative thinking to a capability that is still evolving, where your ideas can help shape future engineering solutions

• Tackle complex engineering challenges that push the boundaries of traditional aerospace engineering

• Gain exposure across Technical Services, Design Services, airworthiness and engineering change activities

Grow Your Career

• Ongoing professional development and paid learning opportunities

• Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines and specialist areas

• Career progression opportunities within a global Defence organisation

Enjoy Flexibility & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements and a 9-day fortnight

• Occasional travel to RAAF Base Tindal to see the capability firsthand

• Annual performance incentives, 18 weeks paid parental leave and purchased leave options

Innovate & Make an Impact

• Be empowered to challenge assumptions and develop creative solutions to complex engineering problems

• Work on a rapidly evolving platform where your ideas can influence future capability outcomes

• Join a team that values curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Review, assess and interpret incoming technical information from a range of stakeholders, including design authorities, regulators, operators and support organisations.

• Respond to engineering queries and Requests for Engineering Support (RES) from maintenance teams.

• Investigate technical issues, defects and system performance concerns, developing practical and compliant engineering solutions.

• Support continuing airworthiness activities, including compliance tracking, defect investigations and technical publication updates.

• Develop and coordinate engineering change documentation, including Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Engineering Orders, Modification Orders and Technical Orders.

• Contribute to maintaining platform configuration, technical data integrity and operational publications.

• Identify technical risks and support risk mitigation activities in accordance with company processes.

About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree qualified in Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

• Minimum two years' experience as a professional engineer within the aviation industry.

• Ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about aviation engineering, complex systems and supporting leading-edge defence capability, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future of autonomous aerospace operations in Australia. ✈️

Everyone Matters 
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team. 

 For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Taylor.smith@au.ngc.com NB Files cannot be sent to this address.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification. 

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