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_ **[email protected]_** _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._  _We are proud to be WORK180 accredited – check us out here Northrop Grumman Australia | WORK180 Endorsed Employer_