About the Opportunity
As theSystem Safety Engineerfor Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you'll be responsible to support the delivery of the System Safety Program for the Landing Craft Medium Program within the Systems Engineering team.
This is not a Work Health and Safety (WHS) related role.
This role is an engineering role supporting the design of a ship, not WHS site safety compliance.
About Austal
Austal isAustralia's global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice.
We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world's leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia.
We're driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
Learn more at austal.com/ssa
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance.
The maritime is now.
What's Involved
Support the LCM System Safety Program
Maintain the relevant System Safety documentation (i.e. Hazard Log, Hazard Analysis Report)
Support the conduct of System Safety forums
Maintain project safety requirements through the engineering change process




Support planning of verification and validation activities by supporting the creation and maintenance of Acceptance Test Procedures and Functional Tests
Apply Systems Engineering methods to produce accurate data and documentation
Ensure processes consider the entire lifecycle of the product/system in the Austal value chain
Support technical deliverables to achieve system acceptance
Support continuous improvement activities
You'll Need
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related discipline
12+ months experience in Engineering or related specialisation
Willingness to gain experience in complex defence projects
Australian citizenship
Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance
Why Join Us?
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Professional development and training opportunities.
A supportive and dynamic work setting.
Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all.
We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
Veterans are also encouraged to apply.
Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

📌 System Safety Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Austal Ships
📍 Western Australia