Date Posted:
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Country:
Australia
Location:
AU-NSW-POTTS POINT-083-CUST ~ 83 Cowper Wharf Roadway ~ COWPER WHARF (External Site)
Position Role Type:
Hybrid
This role is based in Garden Island, Fleet Base East and Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW
Opportunities for professional growth through industry-leading development programs
A collaborative and high-calibre engineering workplace
Raytheon Australia is a trusted capability partner delivering some of the most complex, innovative and mission-critical engineering programs for the Australian Defence Force.
We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking
Senior Engineering Manager
to join our team, supporting the
Destroyer Combat System Support Agent (DCSSA)
program.
Reporting to the DCSSA Program Director, you will provide hands-on leadership to a high-performing engineering team responsible for the design, development and integration of complex systems into the Royal Australian Navy's most capable naval asset: the Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers.
This is a pivotal leadership role, requiring strong technical depth, strategic thinking and the ability to collaborate across a multi-stakeholder enterprise. You will work closely with the DCSSA Chief Engineer and the Maritime Systems Technical Director to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes that meet customer and operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, inspire and develop a team of engineers delivering complex systems engineering outcomes
Manage engineering activities across scope, schedule, budget, risks and opportunities
Ensure the quality, integrity and compliance of engineering products and services
Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentorship across the team




Engage effectively with Defence customers and key stakeholders to achieve program objectives
Collaborate across the Destroyer Enterprise to ensure alignment and integration of engineering efforts
About You
You are an experienced engineering leader with a track record of delivering complex Defence programs and building high-performing teams.
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Software, Naval Architecture or equivalent)
Extensive experience (15+ years) within the Defence industry
Demonstrated success leading and managing engineering teams in complex environments
Strong understanding of engineering governance, standards and lifecycle delivery
Current or ability to obtain an NV1 security clearance
Desirable
Experience working with CASG, NSSG or Defence prime contractors
Professional accreditation such as CPEng, RPEQ, INCOSE CSEP or equivalent
At Raytheon Australia, you will be part of a team delivering nationally significant capability.
We offer:
Opportunities for professional growth through industry-leading development programs
Access to a comprehensive suite of employee benefits
The chance to contribute to a strategically vital Defence program
A collaborative and high-calibre engineering environment
Be part of something that truly matters.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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📌 Senior Engineering Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 RTX
📍 New South Wales