Job description
As Senior Engineering Specialist working on this portfolio of systems, you will be responsible for the technical performance, sustainment and enhancements of one or more operational software-based systems, ensuring the systems meets its agreed technical performance requirements and continues to provide services to industry.
The immediate focus of the role is to provide engineering expertise for the delivery of projects and support of systems.
This includes:
- Perform system design, maintenance and support tasks throughout the system life-cycle in accordance with safety and system management policies, frameworks, guidelines and procedures; and
- Apply Systems Engineering and specialist expertise in the areas of planning, design, acquisition and implementation of new systems and upgrades to existing systems
- Manage the technology change process, ensuring effective configuration management and change control is put in place;
- Identify, mange and track risks associated to the program of work;
- Act as a trusted technology advisor. Provide technical leadership and guidance as required, including safety and security guidance
Accountabilities and Responsibilities:
- Perform systems engineering tasks in accordance with the Technology Management Framework (TMF) and other relevant processes, policies and guidelines. These include (but are not limited to):
- Design and develop technical specifications and standards that meet customers' requirements;
- Manage in-depth investigations, analysis and diagnosis of complex system issues, and recommend and implement solutions;
- Prepare and peer-review test plans, test cases and participate in various levels of system testing for new system implementations, approved enhancements and software updates for existing systems;
- Gather, analyse and report system performance data, recognise trends and identify areas in need of improvement to ensure reliability and maintainability of systems;
- Prepare documentation related to system upgrade activities such as system requirements specifications, statement of requirements, project proposals and detailed cost estimates; and
- Manage on-going system changes as they occur to assure technical integrity at the system level.
- Report and manage the resolution of safety hazards identified with the supported systems within a specified timeframe
- Provide specialist technical expertise to projects
- Actively participate in cross training to develop specialised skills and technologies
- Maintain awareness of industry and technology developments, standards and regulations
Requirements:
- Essential: A degree in Engineering or Information Technology from an Australian tertiary institution or certified equivalent qualification (for overseas qualifications)
- Essential: Be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer in relevant area of engineering in accordance with relevant legislation e.g. Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ)
- Essential: Security - Able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government National Security Clearance at the required level. Australian Citizenship is therefore mandatory
- Essential: A sound understanding of and demonstrated experience applying Systems Engineering practices throughout the SDLC and system management processes.
- Essential: Extensive experience in the design, development, testing and implementation of robust and reliable software systems. This includes the over-arching aspects of quality assurance and configuration management.
- Essential: Demonstrated experience in stakeholder and vendor management
- Essential: Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and work as a senior member of a dynamic team, including ability to work under limited direction to achieve positive outcomes
- Essential: Strong documentation skills with experience in preparing and reviewing solution architecture documents and system design documents, including alignment to strategies and existing initiatives
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Emma Metzger on +617 3339 5618 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.
