Technical Risk Officer

at Raytheon Technologies
Published May 12, 2025
Location Henderson, Australia
Category Engineering  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Be part of an exciting project to the delivery of services for Navy’s Surface Fleet.
Position can be located with Defence at one of multiple locations, collaborating across defence and industry to meet objectives.
Opportunities for professional growth and development, you'll have access to the latest technologies and mentorship from experts in the field.
Raytheon Australia is proud to be the trusted capability partner of the Australian Defence Force, working hand-in-hand to deliver through life sustainment of the Navy’s Surface Fleet.

The Minor Vessel Capability Life Cycle Manager (MV CLCM) program have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Technical Risk Officer. We offer outstanding opportunities to grow, with Raytheon Australia’s exclusive professional development programs and a raft of employee benefits tailored to suit every stage of your career and lifestyle. Playing a key role in important projects is just one of the many reasons why it is great to work at Raytheon.

We look for specialists with a talent for big picture thinking and attention to detail, alongside strong management capabilities to develop and deliver strong outcomes for our nation and defence.

The Role

Your new role will also provide you with the opportunity to learn, share knowledge and be mentored on Engineering methodology and processes. Enabled by the support of the Engineering Manager, you will also be enrolled in our national Systems Engineering network.

Working in a friendly team to meet the needs of our customer - the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), your role involves direct engagement with peers, Australian Defence Force personnel, capability partners, sub-contractors and suppliers. You will be responsible for:

Managing and maintaining the Authorised Seaworthiness Materiel Delivery Organisation (AMSDO) Technical Risk registers.
Establishing and maintaining a system which effectively presents technical risks and issue to internal and external stakeholders.
Providing on-going training and guidance to personnel in Technical Risk Assessments.
Facilitating and chairing Monthly Technical risk meetings with key stakeholders.
Drafting of technical risks
Inputting of technical risk assessments aligned with Defence processes into defence systems such as TRMS.
Contributing to the development of plans, methodology, processes and tools of Technical Risk Management.
This role will work closely with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders across the country, to develop and maintain effective relationships to deliver quality outcomes.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in risk management.
Tertiary Qualification in relevant engineering discipline desirable (e.g. electrical, electronic, structural or mechanical backgrounds).
Technical background (Technician level) with relevant certification desirable.
Previous exposure to Defence projects desirable
Exposure to Defence Logistics Toolset desirable (CMT-U, AMPS, TRMS)
Ability to work in team environment.
Excellent verbal and written skills
Eligible to obtain and maintain a NV1 Defence Security Clearance.