5 Hardware Validation jobs in Australia

Requisition Number: 23933
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $76,730.00 - $100,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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HII is seeking a Shift Test Engineer to join the team! This position will be located in Stirling, Western Australia or Canberra, ACT. The Shift Test Engineer will be responsible for conducting, overseeing, and analyzing testing operations in a nuclear facility. This role ensures adherence to safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards while troubleshooting issues and maintaining system integrity during shift operations.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Conduct and oversee tests related to nuclear systems, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards.
+ Diagnose and resolve technical issues in coordination with engineering and operations teams.
+ Maintain adherence to all nuclear safety protocols and environmental regulations.
+ Evaluate test results, document findings, and provide technical recommendations for process improvements.
+ Oversee the performance of testing equipment and instrumentation, ensuring proper functionality.
+ Work closely with engineering teams, operators, and regulatory personnel to ensure smooth testing operations.
+ Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation of testing procedures and results.
+ Assist in training new engineers and technicians on testing protocols and safety standards.
What you need to have:
+ 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
+ 2+ years of experience in testing, troubleshooting, or commissioning within a nuclear facility or a highly regulated industry.
+ Knowledge of nuclear power systems, test engineering principles, and safety protocols.
+ Proficiency in data acquisition, instrumentation, and control systems.
+ Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical data.
+ Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
+ Effective communication and ability to work in high-pressure environments.
+ Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.
Bonus points for:
+ Master's degree in relevant fields.
+ Relevant nuclear industry certifications (such as NQA-1 or NRC qualifications).
+ Experience with nuclear reactors, radiation monitoring systems, fluid dynamics, and thermal hydraulics.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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**Date Posted:**
2025-05-27
**Country:**
Australia
**Location:**
8640: Unit 8, 12 Mars Road, Lane Cove West, NSW 2066 Australia
**Position Role Type:**
Unspecified
**V&V and Hardware Engineering Manager**
+ **A new career opportunity with the world's largest Aerospace and Defence technology company**
+ **Key role in national defense programs joining our global engineering team**
+ **Join a friendly and collaborative team at Lane Cove West, NSW with free parking**
**Who we are**
At Collins Aerospace, we are dedicated to working on the toughest challenges in global aerospace and Defence. We are working side-by-side with our customers and partners to dream, design and deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry. Every day we imagine ways to make the skies and the spaces we touch smarter, safer and more amazing than ever.
**Your role**
Dynamic and results-driven V&V and Hardware Engineering Manager with a proven track record in leading complex defence programs within a global largest Aerospace and Defence technology company. Expert in driving end-to-end Verification & Validation strategies, hardware development, and system integration in highly regulated environments. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring product excellence, and meeting stringent quality, safety, and compliance standards. Brings strong leadership, innovation, and stakeholder management to deliver mission-critical solutions that support national defence.
**Key responsibilities**
+ **Team Leadership** : model leadership behaviours to grow and develop team members - supporting their career development, as they work to meet project and customer requirements aligned with our company Values.
+ **Subject Matter Expert:** apply verification and validation, and hardware engineering expertise to deliver timely project outcomes; delivering superior quality of technical documentation to produce clear and concise content to meet required engineering and client standards.
+ **Resource Management:** Regularly review capabilities, performance, capacity, process, and system requirements against current and future needs, to identify and address gaps in conjunction with the management of the departmental budget.
+ **Innovation:** Lead and champion the development of new engineering practices, plans, techniques and technologies, systems and processes to deliver continuous improvement.
+ **Stakeholder Engagement:** Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to influence and ensure that programs are delivered on time and in full. Plan and deliver associated products and services to meet assigned objectives.
+ **Exemplify Leadership:** by example, as a technical contributor, produces engineering work of a high standard to meet project parameters; in a professional and collaborative manner.
**Experience and qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science degree or relevant applicable Degree.
+ Prior technical leadership of engineering projects that involve product development across the broad spectrum of complex systems, including full system integration.
+ Proven ability and experience representing the company as a technical expert across all stakeholder environments, including formal and informal presentations at both frontline and senior executive levels.
+ Proven background and experience mentoring, supporting and leading a team; making programmatic and technical decisions with accuracy and within set timeframes.
**Desirable**
+ Experience and knowledge of command, control and communications systems in a Defence environment. Experience involving tactical data links will be highly regarded.
+ An experienced systems engineer, with proven background involving the entirety of systems development processes, including requirements capture, design, decomposition, integration, and verification/validation, as well as transition to production.
+ Experience in hardware design leadership, and verification and validation during product development in an Australian Defence environment including familiarity with AUSDEFCON requirements.
+ Familiarity with engineering development in an agile and DEVSECOPS environment.
**Benefits**
+ Competitive salary package
+ Education and training resources and support
+ Flexible work options and leave options, including paid parental leave and additional leave per year
+ Opportunities to network and connect globally within the RTX network
+ Employee Assistance Program and other wellbeing programs
+ Free on-site parking
+ Free on-site EV charging
+ Novated lease
+ Fantastic team and amazing culture with career growth opportunities
**Apply:** Apply online at our website , and follow instructions.
Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain **an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1 standing)** ; eligibility can be found at This position requires **Australian Citizenship** and eligibility to be certified compliant with US ITAR technology access requirements.
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**Description**
+ **Life Days** are the Leidos way of recognising that we all need extra time to take care of life. By working slightly more than the minimum weekly hours (2 hours per week for full-timers), you can accrue up to **12 days of leave** per year.
+ **Leidos Life Hub** provides access to discount offers or cashback rewards with over 400 Australian and International retailers.
+ Due to the nature of the role, **you must be an Australian Citizen and hold an active Baseline (or above) AGVSA Security Clearance.**
Our team feel Leidos is a great place to work. Learn more about our culture and benefits by visiting us here Work That Matters**
Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, are working to solve the world's toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.
**Expression of Interest**
We're seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Verification & Validation Engineers to support the delivery of advanced defence technology solutions. We are currently planning to engage in new projects that will require additional talent to help.
**Your New Role and Responsibilities**
The Verification & Validation Engineer ensures that complex systems meet rigorous performance and compliance standards. You'll lead testing and validation efforts across hardware and software platforms, contributing to the delivery of reliable and mission-ready technology solutions.
Under the direction of a designated Team leader, our team performs the following functions as individual assignments or as part of a team:
+ Develop and execute verification and validation (V&V) plans, procedures, and compliance matrices.
+ Conduct functional, environmental, and acceptance testing aligned with industry standards.
+ Ensure traceability of requirements across system components and documentation.
+ Analyse test results, identify defects, and support resolution with engineering teams.
+ Collaborate with stakeholders and vendors to align testing strategies.
+ Support production and quality teams with test equipment setup and diagnostics.
**What You'll Bring to Make an Impact**
+ Degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related engineering field.
+ Experience in Defence, Aerospace, or Federal Government projects.
+ Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., ALM, Jira).
+ Understanding of regulatory compliance and standards relevant to defence technologies.
Don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes - if you meet most of them, we encourage you to submit your application. We're most interested in your strengths, what you want to learn and how far you want to go.
**Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose**
_Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought, experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. It's about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work, feels welcome, valued, and respected, and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase - Chief Executive, Leidos Australia._
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network,Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride+) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests, and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.
**Next Steps**
+ To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
+ Recruitment process - 1 virtual interview and/or 1 face-to-face & background checks.
+ Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
+ We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you'd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."
**Original Posting:**
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
**Pay Range:**
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00163736
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

**Description**
+ **Life Days** are the Leidos way of recognising that we all need extra time to take care of life. By working slightly more than the minimum weekly hours (2 hours per week for full-timers), you can accrue up to **12 days of leave** per year.
+ **Leidos Life Hub** provides access to discount offers or cashback rewards with over 400 Australian and International retailers.
+ Due to the nature of the role, **you must be an Australian Citizen and hold an active NV-1 or NV-2** AGSVA security clearance.
Our team feel Leidos is a great place to work. Learn more about our culture and benefits by visiting us here Work That Matters**
Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, are working to solve the world's toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.
**Expression of Interest**
We anticipate an increase in work to support upcoming projects and are proactively building a pipeline of talented professionals to meet this demand.
We are expecting a range of project terms and will review applicants who wish to join us through a contracting employment arrangement.
If you hold an active NV-2 Australian Government Security Clearance, you will meet this requirement with a wide range of Leidos customers.
By submitting an Expression of Interest, you'll be considered for anticipated future roles that align with your experience and expertise. Suitable applicants will receive contact within the next 2 - 6 weeks.
**Your New Role and Responsibilities**
This position will lead and execute Verification and Validation (V&V) activities across complex systems and projects, ensuring that technical, operational, and security requirements are met in alignment with Defence or Federal Government standards. The role aims to deliver high-quality test engineering outcomes through collaboration, technical expertise, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Under the direction of a designated Team leader, perform the following functions as individual assignments or as part of a team:
+ **Lead full engineering lifecycle** from concept to deployment, ensuring integration and quality assurance.
+ **Translate customer requirements** into effective system test solutions and V&V deliverables.
+ **Develop and execute V&V activities** , including plans, procedures, and compliance matrices.
+ **Collaborate across teams** to align testing strategies with system architecture and project goals.
+ **Analyse test results and manage defects** , supporting multiple programs with adaptability and problem-solving.
**What You'll Bring to Make an Impact**
+ Proven experience in Systems or Test Engineering in large-scale test projects, ideally within Defence or Federal Government sectors.
+ Firm grasp of Systems Engineering lifecycle, V&V methodologies, and test management tools (e.g., ALM, Jira).
+ Knowledge of Data Centre Infrastructure and enterprise applications; experience with defence projects preferred.
Don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes - if you meet most of them, we encourage you to submit your application. We're most interested in your strengths, what you want to learn and how far you want to go.
**Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose**
_Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought, experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. It's about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work, feels welcome, valued, and respected, and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase - Chief Executive, Leidos Australia._
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network,Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride+) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests, and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.
**Next Steps**
+ To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
+ Recruitment process - 1 virtual interview and/or 1 face-to-face & background checks.
+ Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
+ We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you'd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
**Original Posting:**
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
**Pay Range:**
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00163202
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.