Systems Engineer in Ipswich

As a qualified Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer, you will take on the role of Systems Engineer, delivering innovative technical and design solutions that drive improvements across gas turbine and MRO operations and test facilities. You will play a key role in enhancing asset performance, maintenance processes, and complex systems through hands-on electrical and mechatronics engineering activities including PLC programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, maintenance, calibration, system integration, and technical support within operational test cell and MRO environments.

This is a genuinely hands-on engineering role suited to someone who enjoys working directly with electrical/mechatronic systems, equipment, and test environments — not just design and project coordination. The successful candidate will be comfortable spending time on the tools, supporting installations, fault finding, commissioning activities, system troubleshooting, and working closely with maintenance and operations teams in live operational environments.

ABOUT US: TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defence and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are also proud of our encouraging and supportive team environment that ensures we all work together within a genuine high-performance culture. TAE is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment.

WHY WORK FOR TAE?

• We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave.
• A comprehensive physical, mental and financial Wellbeing Program.
• Flexible Working Arrangements.
• A great family culture where you’re not just another employee.
• Fantastic Learning and Development Opportunities.
• Clearly defined career pathways.
• Regular workplace events and functions.
• Great workplace facilities.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Strong involvement with the local community.

ROLE OVERVIEW AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver design and continuous improvement solutions to budget/schedule in line with Engineering Management System, Asset management Plans and regulatory requirements.
• Drive engineering decisions and recommendations through innovative thinking and effective problem-solving.
• Develop design specifications and requirements.
• Produce engineering solutions and documentation for verification and validation activities against requirements.
• Conduct technical investigations and analysis, producing formal reports.
• Use ERP (IFS preferred), Excel and other tools for data analysis.
• Perform technical and personnel safety risk assessments.
• Support tenders with technical input, schedules, WBS and cost estimates.
• Conduct Maintenance Requirement Determinations (MRD) on different assets.
• Identify improvement and bottleneck areas and define and implement Continuous improvement ideas to support the MRO and Test Cell throughput and sustainability.
• Undertake hands-on electrical/mechatronics engineering activities including installation, commissioning, calibration, system testing, fault finding and equipment troubleshooting.
• Work directly with complex test cells, control system and MRO equipment in operational environments.
• Provide practical engineering support during installation, maintenance and system integration activities.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance and operations teams to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Undertake hands-on PLC programming, troubleshooting and integration activities across control and test systems (preferably Allen Bradley, Siemens and/or Honeywell platforms).

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Australian Citizen with ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance.
• Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering qualification required).
• Full lifecycle engineering experience (concept to commissioning and operation).
• Strong electronic or mechatronic design and system modelling skills.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on time, on budget, and to quality standards.
• Knowledge of Australian standards, WHS and regulatory compliance.
• Experience producing engineering documentation (designs, calculations, drawings, test procedures, reports & compliance evidence).
• Ability to conduct and document technical and safety risk assessments.
• Strong problem-solving and systems-thinking skills for complex engineering issues.
• Excellent communication skills across technical and stakeholder groups.
• Proficient in MS Office and relevant engineering software.
• Knowledge of ERP Systems (IFS preferred).
• Demonstrated hands-on experience working with electrical/mechatronic systems in industrial, manufacturing, test cell, defence, aerospace or similar technical environments.
• Practical experience in fault finding, commissioning, troubleshooting and calibration of electrical/control systems.
• Willingness and ability to work in a hands-on operational engineering environment.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Strong hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, fault finding and calibration within industrial, manufacturing or test environments.
• RPEQ registration.
• Knowledge of systems engineering models and documentation interpretation/creation.
• Understanding of Australian electrical standards (AS/NZS 3000 series).
• Hands-on experience (or at least familiarity), with programming and troubleshooting PLC systems, preferably National Instruments, Allen Bradley, Siemens or Honeywell platforms.

Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility. Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police check, obtain a Commonwealth defence security clearance, and participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security. We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

For more information on TAE Aerospace, visit our website www.taeaerospace.com