Have you always wanted to work overseas?
Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training?
An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership.
To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking a skilled Shift Test Engineer- Mechanical to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.This role offers a unique opportunity best suited for someone who thrives on challenge and is motivated by meaningful impact.
You'll tackle complex work, grow your skills, and be rewarded with genuine career development and fulfilment.Placements are available in early **** and will be approximately 134 weeks in duration.ResponsibilitiesProvide specialist expertise in the design, testing, and operation of Nuclear Steam Raising Plants (NSRP) on nuclear-powered submarinesPerform Shift Test Engineer duties, leading NSRP testing, operations, and maintenance, and directing HMAS Stirling personnel and Ship's Force during test activitiesLead pre-shift briefings and training to ensure all personnel are fully prepared for scheduled NSRP operationsConduct valve and switch line-ups with Ship's Force to support safe and accurate NSRP maintenance and testingAct as Shift Test Supervisor when required, overseeing Shift Test Engineers and providing operational direction for complex test programsSupport the Assistant Chief Test Engineer function by identifying retest requirements and coordinating across HMAS Stirling departments to ensure successful delivery of the NSRP test programEligibility CriteriaThe successful applicant must possess:Bachelor of Engineering (any discipline) – ideally Marine/Naval, Nuclear,



or MechanicalExperience within the defence industry or on submarines (desirable)Robust interpersonal skillsA proactive approach to learning and ongoing professional developmentAbility to thrive and adapt in a dynamic, evolving environmentAustralian CitizenshipAbility to obtain and maintain an NV1 Defence ClearanceAdditional DetailsDuring deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training.
This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures.At the completion of your deployment, you willreturn to Western Australia (WA)to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines at HMAS Stirling.
Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.BenefitsWe're here to support you prior to deployment and when you are overseas.
As an ASC employee working overseas, you will have access to a host of great benefits:Be paid to work, train, and live in the United StatesWork on world-class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technologyHave access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working overseas (such as cost-of-living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine programAccess to ASC's extensive employment benefitsNext StepsShortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.
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📌 Shift Test Engineer - Mechanical (U.S Deployments) (Western Australia)
🏢 ASC
📍 Western Australia