Join a pivotal defence engineering initiative focused on sustaining and enhancing critical life-support systems within Australia's naval fleet. As a Breathing Systems Engineer, you'll contribute to the maintenance and advancement of hyperbaric and respiratory systems vital to the safety and performance of maritime personnel.

This role offers the opportunity to apply your engineering expertise across asset management, maintenance, and system integration in a technically complex environment that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
Execute systems engineering tasks across the full lifecycle: requirements definition, integration, verification, validation, and sustainment

Ensure engineering activities align with defence, safety, and industry standards

Develop and review technical documentation, including manuals and compliance artefacts

Provide engineering input for acquisition, maintenance, and logistics support

Participate in obsolescence reviews and system upgrades for breathing and pressure systems

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, logistics, and project delivery

About You:
You are a detail-oriented engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical, systems, or marine engineering, and experience working on complex, safety-critical systems.

You bring:

A recognised degree in Mechanical, Systems, Marine, or Mechatronic Engineering

Experience in defence, offshore, diving, or hyperbaric environments

Proficiency in technical documentation, configuration management, and compliance standards

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Current or previous NV1 Security Clearance, with eligibility for reinstatement

Australian Citizenship (required due to security clearance and ITAR regulations)

Willingness to work on-site in Sydney (minimum 3 days per week); relocation support available for suitable candidates

What's on Offer:
Engagement in a nationally significant, long-term defence program

Collaboration with engineering leaders in a safety-critical maritime environment

Competitive salary package and exposure to high-impact projects

Relocation support for interstate applicants

Sydney-based role with a strong team culture and hands-on collaboration

About Us:
Manpower Engineering, Trades & Technical is a trusted partner to Australia's leading defence, engineering, infrastructure and industrial organisations. With deep expertise in sourcing talent across complex technical domains, we connect highly skilled professionals with projects that shape national infrastructure, safety, and sustainability.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. If your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role, we encourage you to apply.

Ready to Apply?
If you're a systems-minded engineer ready to contribute to a critical defence program, apply now with your CV. For a confidential discussion, contact Mark Waters,

Please note: Due to security and compliance requirements, applicants must be Australian Citizens, eligible for ITAR, and hold or be eligible to reinstate an NV1 Security Clearance.

Mark Waters
Senior Recruitment Consultant

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