Position Summary
This is a new role that will establish an AERO footprint in Australia to manage the alignment of Metrea aircraft design and modification with the Australian Customer's requirements, including certification and compliance within the CASA regulatory framework and Acceptance Verification and Validation (AV&V;) plans and execution. The role will also provide wider Part 21 design support to the evolution of Metrea airborne asset solutions, which may not be limited to the APAC region. The Systems Engineering Manager (APAC) will report to the Head of AERO, whilst working closely with the Head of Airborne Asset Adaptation.
What You'll Do
Coordinate the systems engineering activity and develop the artefacts required to ensure aircraft design and modification meets Customer requirement, e.g., Requirements Traceability Matrices and System Requirements Documents
Produce V&V; plans and supporting Acceptance Test Plans and Procedures for systems entering into service
Act as Australian Test Manager to ensure assets, systems and capability are fully prepared for Test and Readiness Reviews (TRR) and subsequent Operational Test and Evaluation and Acceptance activities
Provide Part 21 design and modification expertise to capability roadmaps for airborne assets and systems
Once transition in activities for current contracts are complete and steady state delivery has been achieved, and/or as capacity and prioritisation allow, the role will broaden to support engineering activity across Metrea's global asset fleet
What You Bring
Relevant professional systems engineering qualifications up to CEng level
10+ years' experience working on aircraft design and modification projects and programmes in highly regulated environments




Detailed knowledge and practitioner level delivery experience of the CASA certification and delivery frameworks for aircraft operational services in Australia, including Part 138, Part 145, Part 42 and Part 21
Intimate knowledge of the Australian government customer's methodologies for setting requirements for contracted airborne services
Demonstrable experience in complex aircraft Test and Acceptance management
Major aircraft engineering programme and project management experience
Familiarity with the airborne assets, missions and effects across Metrea's capability portfolio
In addition to the above, any of the following would be beneficial:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation Management, Project Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
Microsoft Project certifications
Proficient in Microsoft 365, project management principles, quality management systems (e.g., AS****), and safety protocols
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Valid Driver's License
Advantages
Private Health Insurance
Generous Annual Leave
Annual incentive plan
Paid parental leave
Life and disability insurance
Income Protection Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Novated Car Leasing
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum NV1 AGSVA Security Clearance.
Inclusion Statement
We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and make hiring decisions based on capability, potential and alignment with our values. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.
Travel
Able to travel frequently to operating sites and customer locations across Australia and regularly to Metrea facilities in the UK and US.
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📌 Systems Engineering Manager (Apac) (Brisbane)
🏢 Metrea
📍 Brisbane