Lead Engineer: Mechatronic/Instrumentation Engineer

Job Location: Osbourne South Australia – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements including working a 9 day fortnight. Other interstate locations could also be considered.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

Excellent opportunity for a Team Lead to join the team and drive the delivery of complex engineering outcomes, bringing together people, resources and technical expertise to achieve project success. You will lead planning and execution, guide engineering teams, ensure compliance with standards and customer requirements and play a key role in delivery of safe, secure and high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Core Duties:

• Lead critical fire detection systems integration for Australia’s largest naval shipbuilding program

• Plan estimate and resource engineering work to meet delivery requirements

• Navigate complex stakeholder environments to resolve issues and maintain project momentum

• Use SCADA controls and instrumentation knowledge to solve complex system challenges.

• Lead design changes, technical risks and supplier performance across multiple stakeholders

• Deliver advanced electrical control solutions within a multidisciplinary engineering team

• Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring, training and succession planning

• Own electrical fire detection design, integration and certification across a global engineering network

Essential Skills:

• Degree qualified in Mechatronic or Electrical Engineering – Instrumentation highly considered

• Experience leading engineering design, integration or systems engineering activities

• Strong knowledge of control systems, SCADA, instrumentation or industrial automation

• Proven ability to deliver against cost, schedule and quality objectives

• Experience planning, estimating and resourcing multidisciplinary teams

• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills across multidisciplinary, production and international engineering teams

• Strong problem-solving skills with experience managing technical risk and design change

Hunter Class – Maritime Australia

BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information