Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Submarine Propulsion Systems: SSN AUKUS Build Program

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ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear‑powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity Join the SSN AUKUS Build Program as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Submarine Propulsion Systems, leading the development and execution of manufacturing engineering strategies for the Secondary Propulsion System. You’ll coordinate across design, production, and quality teams to ensure successful industrialisation and integration of propulsion components, while serving as the CDRL lead for manufacturing capability.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of manufacturing engineering strategies for the Secondary Propulsion System

Act as the CDRL lead for Secondary Propulsion Manufacturing Capability

Coordinate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability and integration

Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, process documentation, and tooling requirements

Support facility readiness and equipment selection for production capability

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Provide technical leadership and mentoring to manufacturing engineering staff

Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support program objectives

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)

Extensive experience in manufacturing engineering within complex, regulated environments, such as Defence Shipbuilding Programs

Proven leadership in delivering manufacturing capability for propulsion or mechanical systems

Strong understanding of CDRL processes and Defence contracting requirements

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination skills

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status

Familiarity with UK and/or Australian naval engineering standards

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible. To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose

Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance

Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge

Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves

Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family

Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work

Professional development opportunities to advance your career

A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive

Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save

Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas

Adelaide, South Australia (SA) Adelaide combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world‑class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family‑friendly living in a welcoming, community‑oriented city.

About ASC ASC’s 2,400‑plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear‑powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Shortlisting for this position will commence in January 2026. Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Management

Industries

Shipbuilding, Defence and Space Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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