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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN RESEARCH, EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND DEFENCE NOVEMBER 2010 |
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Avionics Engineer (3-4 years) |
| Position Code: | 6070 | | Career Level: | 2 |
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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. |
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Reports To
Engineering Manager, Team Leader. |
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Supervises
No supervisory responsibilities. |
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Main Activities
Designing and integrating 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.
Identifying and designing necessary modifications, maintenance and repairs that may be required and ensuring avionics components meet safety standards.
Integrating avionics systems onto host hardware platforms.
Conducting research into avionics engineering and consulting with other engineers.
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Key Skills
Strong verbal and written 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. |
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External Contacts
Major Customers, Suppliers, Government Departments. |
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Typical Experience
3-4 years relevant experience in aspects of Avionics Systems Development combined with a degree in Engineering or equivalent. |
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