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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN RESEARCH, EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND DEFENCE NOVEMBER 2010 |
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Graduate Aeronautical/Structural Engineer |
| Position Code: | 4090 | | Career Level: | 1 |
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Responsible for
Undertaking various engineering projects of limited scope concerned with the design, development, maintenance and modification of aircraft and components. |
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Reports To
Engineering Manager, Team Leader. |
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Supervises
No supervisory responsibilities. |
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Main Activities
Conducting minor engineering assignments under close supervision concerning designs for aircraft, aircraft components and support equipment.
Assisting in the testing, evaluation and solution of problems in a laboratory environment or under flight conditions to ensure designs are capable of meeting operational standards.
Participating in stress and damage tolerance analysis on frames under strict supervision.
Preparing and presenting basic technical reports.
Researching aeronautical/structural engineering issues and consulting with other engineers.
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Key Skills
Good communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and competence in technical areas.
Ability to analyse and solve problems creatively.
An inquiring mind. Good knowledge of theory in relation to tasks to be performed.
Ability to work tight deadlines under supervision.
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Internal Contacts
Engineers, Project Managers, Maintenance Staff. |
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External Contacts
Suppliers, Government Departments, Manufacturers. |
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Typical Experience
Degree in Aeronautical/Structural Engineering or equivalent. |
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