Date Posted:
2026-08-05Country:
AustraliaLocation:
AU-WA-HENDERSON-103-CUST ~ 103 Quill Way ~ QUILL (External Site)Position Role Type:
HybridHighly respected Australian company and global leader in innovation and technology.
Be part of an exciting project to support the Minor Vessel Capability for the Australian Defence Force.
Great team environment, newly renovated office with on-site parking located at Henderson, WA.
Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia!
Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Mechanical Engineer.
Raytheon Australia was selected in December 2020 to provide Capability Lifecycle Management Services to the Commonwealth for its fleet of Minor Vessels. This is an important Capability for the RAN. The fleet of Minor Vessels are spread across WA, NT and QLD. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for Mechanical discipline related activities overseeing the successful development and delivery of Engineering Changes for this fleet.
The role is within the recurring services team to provide mechanical engineering services to support RAN vessels in sustainment and support transition into service and through life.
The Mechanical Engineer will normally be allocated to a project and carry out allocated tasks within the project. All work must adhere to the processes, budgets and timetables assigned to the allocated tasks, as directed by the project plans. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Perform design, analysis, implementation, test and lifecycle support of nominated mechanical components, modules, subsystems and configuration items. Understand the operation and functional performance requirements of mechanical hardware assigned to their responsibility.
Provide assistance/direction to integration teams in resolving trouble reports that involve mechanical issues.
Conduct the review of contractual documentation assigned to their responsibility. Identify project and product risks and escalate using the project’s defined processes.
Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels.
This position will operate within a matrix organisation and supports the MV CLCM Program directly.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering, with professional development sufficient to attain Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) recognition with Engineers Australia in a relevant engineering stream, including the ability to attain RPEQ registration.
Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience where a university degree is held.
Experience conducting mechanical discipline activities, including involvement in one or more Systems Engineering practices such as requirements development, engineering design, design integration, and verification and validation.
Experience developing and reviewing mechanical engineering documentation, including discipline-related calculations, mechanical CAD drawings, hazard logs, work instructions, test procedures, and engineering reports.
Experience in mechanical design and maintenance of maritime vessels.
Experience in Configuration Management
Knowledge of statutory regulations and Classification rule sets.
Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at client, peer, supplier, and senior leadership levels.
Ability to produce clear, well written, and well‐presented reports to a high quality and standard.
This position may require availability to travel when required.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Eligibility can be found at https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability
This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.
If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au.
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RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
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Workforce Diversity: We are connected to communities around the world. Being a good neighbor means investing our resources to help everyone thrive. Additionally, we have found that providing employees with opportunities to volunteer helps promote leadership development and reduces attrition.
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Supplier Diversity: We support local economic growth by creating high value jobs through our operations and helping our suppliers do the same. This includes small and diverse businesses, which are often the economic growth engine of communities.
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At RTX, we know and value the strategic and tactical talents that only veterans and military spouses can offer. We are dedicated to hiring US Military Veterans and their spouses – whether you’re a veteran, a reserve member, military spouse or transitioning from active duty to a civilian career. Our military veterans work across all disciplines. They lead our business, engineer our products and manage our supply chain.
As part of a tight-knit team that values your determination and resourcefulness, you'll do work that has an enormous impact on customers across the globe. We offer an array of programs to help you transition to your civilian career, connect with colleagues and give back to your community. The skills you developed during your military career have served you well – and they're just as valuable now. If you're ready to help us create trusted, innovative solutions for a safer, more connected world, join our talent community and an RTX representative will contact you if they have a matching job opportunity. This is the moment your next mission begins. To assist you in joining our team, we have developed a hiring guide specifically for veterans and military spouses.
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