Are you looking to use your skills in a new environment, on Complex Products, with Cutting Edge Equipment, with Modern Manufacturing systems?

Do you want to challenge yourself, and work on the most high-end, technically complex programs on the market?

Ferra Engineeringis a market leading manufacturing organisation servicing the aerospaceindustry.

Weare a well-established Engineering Company located in Brisbane that specialises inprecision CNC machining, mechanical sub assembly & Aerostructure manufacturing. We invest heavily in up-to-date equipment, and work in a clean environment, to make some of the most challenging and complex components on the market today. We work nearly exclusively with Digital Product, using modern manufacturing systems, processes, and CAD models to manufacture and inspect parts.

We work with partners like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Parker Aerospace, and many others to manufacture parts for the F-35 Lightning II, MQ-28 Ghost Bat, and many other programs.

Ferra Engineering is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in leading, managing, and ensuring the successful execution of all engineering facets of the program. The Project Engineer II independently manages defined scopes of work and technical ownership throughout the project lifecycle. This individual serves as a crucial bridge between various departments, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering solutions satisfy contractual and customer requirements along with company standards.

Responsibilities

Own the assigned customer program and work scope,



using sound judgement to develop Engineering solutions that meet regulatory, contractual and manufacturing requirements.

Interpret customer technical requirements and translate to practical solutions for the business. Active engagement in the Contract Review and Production Readiness process.

Assist in the definition of manufacturing methodology along with support of quoting activities.

Lead New Product Introduction, Work Transfer and Engineering Change activities within the program, ensuring work completed and documentation is to required standards.

Develop project plans related to the Engineering activities of a program; defining milestones, risks and mitigations and reporting progress.

Review and assess Engineering Changes, evaluating the cost-benefit prior to implementation.

Support NCR/RCCA activities and Customer Concession requests, including drawing and inspection report interpretation.

Be the program technical focal and work closely with other departments as well as external suppliers and customers.

Identifying and implementing improvement initiatives, collaborating with broader team across programs.

Mentor junior members of the team and champion an environment of learning and development.

Other duties when required.

To be considered for this role you must have:





Demonstrated ability to apply engineering principles and judgement to deliver technical outcomes that satisfy customer, operational, quality and business requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills to successfully work across departments within the business, suppliers and end customer.

Adaptable and comfortable working in a matrix style organisation, managing competing priorities and influencing outcomes without direct authority.

Proven capability to independently manage and deliver assigned scopes of work, driving actions to completion while managing technical, schedule and stakeholder risks.

Aerospace and Defence experience advantage.

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in an applicable field e.g. Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing.

Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools.

Project management certification or work experience would be an advantage.

Working knowledge of regulated industry standards, regulations, and certification processes; preference to Aerospace (AS9100).

Why work for Ferra

We pride ourselves on being able to support flexible working hours for the right positions.

We keep a clean and tidy environment to build the best Aerospace products.

We offer an employee referral program, where our employees are rewarded for helping us find great people.

We run regular social events encouraging a fun and friendly environment.

We offer an Employee Assistant Program (EAP), a free confidential support service to support our team.

Our people get access to Perkbox, for employee discounts on well known brands

Must have the right to work in Australia

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📌 Project Engineer (Queensland)
🏢 Ferra Engineering
📍 Queensland