We are Northrop Grumman Australia (NGA). Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career.
The Role:
Based in Exmouth, you'll help bring a major Defence communications capability into service through integration, verification and testing activities across hardware, software and infrastructure. It's a role for someone who enjoys getting beyond the paperwork, working alongside technicians and engineers to solve problems, investigate issues and see systems perform in the real world.
The program is still growing, which means the work continues to evolve. You'll have the opportunity to contribute across testing, maintenance support, systems engineering and operational readiness while building experience that is difficult to get in more narrowly defined engineering roles.
Exmouth is an opportunity to trade traffic and long commutes for a coastal lifestyle while working on a genuinely complex Defence program. The site is only minutes from town, and many people who relocate find the combination of meaningful work, outdoor lifestyle and close-knit community becomes a major reason they stay.
Australian Citizenship and NV1 security clearance required, or ability to obtain and maintain.
Key Responsibilities
- Support integration, verification and testing activities across complex communications and mission systems.
- Investigate technical issues and work with engineers and technicians to identify practical solutions.
- Contribute to system acceptance, operational readiness and government-led test programs.
- Review technical procedures, documentation and engineering artefacts to support quality outcomes.
- Work closely with local and remote stakeholders across Australia and the United States.
About You
You might be an Avionics, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer with a few years' experience, or you may already be working in aviation, sustainment, technical services or a maintenance support environment.
We're interested in people who:
- Have experience in systems engineering, integration, testing, verification or validation within Defence or another complex technical environment.
- Enjoy moving between hands-on problem solving, technical analysis and engineering documentation.
- Are naturally curious and comfortable working through problems that don't always have obvious answers.
- Like collaborating with others and contributing to a small team where everyone plays a part.
- Are looking for broader exposure, genuine ownership and the opportunity to help shape a growing capability.
- Hold, or are eligible for, membership with Engineers Australia.
This role is likely to appeal to engineers from Defence, SATCOM, radar, communications, ground systems or electronic systems environments who want more variety, more technical ownership and greater exposure to integration and test activities.
What we Offer
We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.
- Generous relocation package and remote living allowances.
- Extra personal leave for medical travel.
- Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
- Purchased extra annual leave – 2 weeks
- Travel Allowance (return flights annually)
- Salary packaging including novated car leases
- Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks
- Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave
- Health & Wellbeing program
- Employee Assistance Program
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 the•••••••@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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Skills Required
- Australian citizenship
- AU Secret security clearance NV1, or ability to obtain and maintain it
- Experience in systems engineering, integration, testing, verification, or validation in Defence or another complex technical environment
- Avionics, electrical, mechatronics, aviation, sustainment, technical services, or maintenance support experience
- Hold or be eligible for membership with Engineers Australia
- Satisfy police checks and employment screening verification
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What We Do
We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
