We are partnering with a leading Australian SME at the forefront of maritime technology. With major programs underway for the Royal Australian Navy and ongoing commercial opportunities, this is a career-defining leadership role for an experienced Engineering Manager with an R&D and electronics background.

Position Overview

As Electronics Engineering Manager, you'll step into a pivotal leadership role overseeing a growing multidisciplinary team. With a foundation in electronics R&D, you will act as the Design Authority (DA), guiding development across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production. This is a people-focused role where you'll drive collaboration, mentor engineers, and ensure delivery of robust mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a cross-functional engineering team
• Provide leadership, mentoring and coaching to build capability and drive innovation.
• Act as Design Authority, ensuring design integrity across the hardware function.
• Oversee product development from early-stage concepts through to production release.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate requirements into engineering solutions.
• Foster a positive, high-performance culture aligned with safety, quality, and delivery standards.

About You

• R&D background, with a focus on electronics (not mechanical).
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with proven success managing high-performing teams.
• Experience across the full product lifecycle, from research and prototyping to production.
• Background in product development within complex systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Eligible for an NV1 Defence Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).

Why Apply?

This is a unique chance to:

• Influence the design and direction of world-leading defence technology.
• Step into a true leadership role, less hands-on and more focused on people, culture, and outcomes.
• Join a growing organisation with major Defence and international programs.

Next Steps
If you're an experienced Electronics Engineering Manager ready to guide a growing engineering team and shape the next generation of Defence maritime systems, we'd love to hear from you.

All applications should include your resume as a word document.

For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Adrian Perini on 02 9492 7526.

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