Field Service Engineer – Defence Maritime (Darwin)

About the role

Join a leading Australian engineering and technology firm delivering cutting‑edge capability to the Defence maritime sector. Based in Darwin, you will support the maintenance, reliability and operational readiness of next‑generation naval platforms, working hands‑on in a dynamic environment where each day brings new challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct advanced fault finding and root‑cause analysis on mechanical and electronic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs on Defence maritime platforms and associated equipment.
• Diagnose technical issues using electronic test equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical schematics to support complex troubleshooting.
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance system reliability and performance.
• Support field operations, testing, commissioning and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to deliver mission‑ready capability.

Required profile

• Practical, hands‑on engineer with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience troubleshooting complex mechanical and electronic systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Background in Defence, maritime, naval, aerospace, industrial automation, mining or similar high‑reliability environments is a plus.

Required skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Electronic troubleshooting
• Operation of electronic test equipment
• Diagnostic analysis
• Electrical schematic reading
• Mechanical schematic reading

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on advanced Defence maritime platforms.
• Diverse, hands‑on engineering projects with technical ownership.
• Influence system reliability and engineering outcomes.
• Long‑term career development in a rapidly expanding business.
• Competitive salary package supporting Australia’s Defence capability.