Mechanical Specialist (Instrumentation Program)

About the role

The Australian National University is recruiting a Mechanical Specialist (Officer Grade 6/7) in Canberra. The successful candidate provides specialist technical management support for the instrumentation program in mechanical engineering, delivering design, development, validation and maintenance expertise for approved RSAA technical projects and activities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical management skills in support of the instrumentation program in mechanical engineering
• Deliver design, development, validation and maintenance expertise for approved RSAA technical projects and activities

Required profile

• Qualified Mechanical Engineering Specialist with experience in mechanical and opto-mechanical design
• Experience in system validation techniques and maintenance of mechanical or opto-mechanical systems
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management
• Australian citizen or permanent resident able to maintain clearances and authorisations for a defence export-controlled environment, and willing to complete pre-employment declarations and background checks

What we offer

• Salary package of $100,847 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term position until April 2027

To apply, candidates must upload a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV with at least three referees, plus any other documents requested.