POSITION DESCRIPTION AUSTRALIAN RESEARCH, EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND DEFENCE MAY 2012
Position Title: Associate Avionics Engineer (1-2 years)
Position Code: Aon.TEC.92130.2
Career Level: 2

Responsible for
Assisting with the planning and coordination of engineering projects concerned with the design and integration of avionics systems in accordance with required specifications.
 
Reports To
Engineering Manager, Team Leader.
 
Supervises
No supervisory responsibilities.
 
Main Activities
  • Participating in the design and integration of avionics systems ensuring they meet required specifications.
  • Evaluating technical drawings and documentation as well as solving problems in a laboratory environment or under flight conditions to ensure avionics systems are capable of meeting operational standards.
  • Assisting with the identification and design of necessary modifications, maintenance and repairs that may be required and ensuring avionics components meet safety standards.
  • Integrating avionics systems onto host hardware platforms under supervision.
  • Conducting research into avionics engineering and consulting with other engineers.
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    Key Skills
  • Good communication skills.
  • Knowledge of avionics systems architecture and defence mission systems.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines under limited supervision.
  • Sound organisational and administrative skills.
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    Internal Contacts
    Engineers, Project Managers.
     
    External Contacts
    Major Customers, Suppliers, Government Departments.
     
    Typical Experience
    Between 1 and 2 years of relevant experience in aspects of Avionics Systems Development and a degree in Engineering or equivalent.
     
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