Electronics Engineering Team Lead

We have an excellent opportunity for an Electronic Engineering Team Lead to join our team within the Integrated Defence & Autonomous Systems Business Unit working in the Technical and Engineering Services team providing Defence Sustainment Solutions for the Land, Sea and Air domains.

Job Location: This role is ideally based in Edinburgh Parks, SA; however, we are open to considering applications from interstate candidates. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

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:

We have an excellent opportunity for an Electronic Engineering Team Lead to join our team within the Integrated Defence & Autonomous Systems Business Unit working in the Technical and Engineering Services team providing Defence Sustainment Solutions for the Land, Sea and Air domains.

Reporting to the TES Project Engineering Manager you will lead and support a small electronics engineering team in realisation of required engineering solutions while optimising cost and schedule for the allocated work.

Core Duties:

• Provide engineering support to the TES and Service Centre teams as directed by the TES Project Engineering Manager

• Provide engineering leadership and direction to project teams during design and development activities and in support of the range of sustainment activities undertaken within the TES Business Unit

• Design, source and implement product specific tooling, equipment and processes used to manufacture, maintain, repair and test company deliverables

• Produce &/or review various artefacts to facilitate the manufacture, support and testing of products in the TES portfolio

• Provide technical input and support as a part of non-compliance, obsolescence, and test failure investigations

• Lead and/or support as required investigation and resolution of Safety, Product Safety or Environmental Safety issues in relation to products and processes as directed

• Lead and/or support bid development and development of associated cost estimates

• Champion and support the development of your team in order to help maintain a community of Electronic Engineering SMEs to support both current and future TES projects

• Handle personnel actions including performance reviews, salary recommendations, and co-ordination of training and development

• Initiate, design, develop, document, and monitor processes and process improvements to drive the continuous improvement of TES and Service Centre capability

• Provide Design for Manufacture, Assembly and Test, and Design for Maintainability guidance to supported projects

About You:

• Experience in developing electronic equipment designs, participation in design reviews, undertaking typical design analyses and implementation of electronics solutions, its integration, validation and qualification testing

• Experience in the following technologies, design analysis techniques, and development tools: Power supplies, analogue design, digital design, electronic CAD tools, simulation and modelling tools, EMIC solutions and compliance, electrical and mechanical manufacturability, and reliability and maintainability

• A degree in electronic engineering or related field

• Ability to communicate and build relationships with people at all levels of the organisation

• A good understanding of ESD control and working within structured Quality systems

• Good computer literacy

• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.

• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations.

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