Avionics Engineer

About the role:

We are seeking a talented senior Avionics Engineer to join our dynamic design office team, working within our aerospace design and production approvals, contributing to integrated solutions within civil and Defence aviation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a growing innovative design team, supporting essential services and our communities with a focus on aeromedical and special missions modifications.

Please note: While Brisbane is preferred, other locations can also be considered.

What you will be involved in:

• Performing duties as an Authorised Person (AP) or Certification Verification Engineer (CVE) 
• Oversee design and production approval from concept development through to manufacture and release
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to design engineers
• Leading the resolution of technical issues in your discipline(s) of expertise
• Developing, reviewing, and/or approving designs and project artefacts in line with the scope, schedule, and budget of assigned projects
• Supporting opportunity generation and quote development and capture
• Collaborating and working with design and production partners and suppliers
• Demonstrating expertise in aerospace design and CASA requirements

What we would like from you:

• CASA Instrument of Appointment (or CASR Part 21.J ADO authorisation) for the 21.009 approval of technical data in the Systems and Equipment (Electrical, Instrument, Radio) fields is essential
• CPEng qualified in Electrical Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ, Electrical) in Electrical Engineering, or eligibility to obtain
• Minimum 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degree under an Australian accredited or recognised program in Avionics engineering, Electrical engineering, or a similar relevant discipline
• Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain an NV1 AGSVA security clearance
• Holding or having previously held a CASR 21.437 authorisation is desirable
• Knowledge of, or having worked within, EASA Part 21 Design Organisation Approvals is an added advantage
• Experience in Business Development, client management, Project Management, and personnel management can be beneficial

Life at Nova – it all adds up!

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people. 

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members
• Annual ANZ conference: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun!
• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance
• Free Flu Vaccination annually
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously!

You can view the full range of benefits at https://www.novasystems.com/au/careers/life-at-nova-systems

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Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Mathan Sathy in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08************

Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation.

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests. To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation -

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances

About Nova:

Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Singapore.

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.