Date Posted: 2025-10-14 Country: Australia Location: AUSWA117: NCC-H WA, 103 Quill Way, Henderson, WA, 6166, Australia Position Role Type: Unspecified Highly respected Australian company and global leader in innovation and technology. Be part of an exciting project to support the Minor Vessel Capability for the Australian Defence Force. Great team environment with on-site parking located at Henderson, WA. Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia! Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Naval Architect/Structural Engineer. Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow's capabilities. The Raytheon Australia Minor Vessels Engineering Team is experiencing growth and are seeking to attract a bright and energised Naval Architect/Structural Engineer to support the Design and Engineering Change Team. The fleet of Minor Vessels spread across WA, NT and QLD. As the Naval Architect / Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for all Hull and Structural discipline related activities overseeing the successful development and delivery of Engineering Changes for this fleet. In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities. Start your mission in a career filled with extraordinary opportunities for learning, mentoring and professional development. We offer flexible work and career growth backed by global expertise and a supportive culture. This is your opportunity to join a fast-moving company that works on interesting and unique projects to support Australia's defence mission and contribute to the critical outcomes of the Australian Defence Force. As a Naval Architect/Structural Engineer within the Design and Engineering Change Team, you will work alongside other Engineering Disciplines to liaise with our stakeholders, to Survey and Quote Engineering Changes and develop, review and support the approval of Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and technical investigations. Your new role will provide you with the opportunity to learn, share your knowledge and be mentored on System Engineering methodology and processes. Enabled by the support of the Engineering Manager, you will also be enrolled in our national Engineering network. Working in a friendly team to meet the needs of our end Customer - the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), your role involves direct engagement with peers, Australian Defence Force personnel, capability partners, sub-contractors and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical interface between stakeholders, conducting Engineering Changes to derive functional, performance and interface requirements to meet structural requirements. Plan and lead assigned engineering projects from concept through to Detailed Design Review, including EC scoping (SOWs, RFQs, BOEs, schedules, and engagement with stakeholders). Demonstrated experience gained in developing platform engineering changes, participation in design reviews, undertaking typical design analysis and implementation of solutions, their integration, verification and validation. Engage in structural and ship design, shock and vibration, dockings, trim and stability, hydrostatics and naval outfitting (structural closures, Fire Protection, deck arrangements and equipment, ladders/platforms, cargo handling systems and equipment, foundation). Perform technical risk analysis to support the development and review of hazard logs, safety case arguments and risk mitigation actions in accordance with the Defence Seaworthiness Management System and the Navy Safety Management System. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholder; securing Raytheon Australia's reputation as a trusted partner in delivering systems integration and mission support solutions to our customers. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Tertiary Qualification in Naval Architecture or Structural Engineering and professional development sufficient to attain recognition as CPEng with Engineers Australia in a relevant engineering stream, including ability to attain RPEQ recognition. Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience (when a University Degree is held). Experience in conducting Structural discipline activities including involvement in one or more of the following System Engineering practices - Requirements Development, Engineering Design, Design Integration, Verification and Validation. Develop and review of engineering documentation such as structural calculations, docking calculations, stability calculations, work instructions, test procedures and engineering reports. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders at client, peer, supplier and senior leadership levels. Experience in ship structural design and sustainment and its application to local structure and foundations. Knowledge of statutory regulations and Classification and Flag state rule sets. Experience using CAD and Finite Element Analysis programs. Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills. Ability to produce clear, well written, and well-presented reports to a high quality and standard. This position may require availability to travel when required. Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Security clearance as needed. Eligibility can be found at http://www.defence.gov.au/agsva This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading-edge technology to deliver Australia's most significant defence capabilities. If you are looking to contribute to the mission that matters, click apply now or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au . 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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