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As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us.\nFrom the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.\nRole Description:\nThe Algorithms Team Lead is a senior algorithms architect or technical specialist who develops tactical plans for execution of the technical aspects of their area of responsibility. The Algorithms Team Lead works with the PEM and Software Team Lead to formulate the technical approach to the work to be performed, assigns and manages the resources to execute the work packages. The Algorithms Team Lead monitors progress of the work package and implements corrective actions where necessary. The position involves exercise of engineering judgement within broad and often undefined parameters, in cognisance of the likely effect on the Nulka programme and related activities.\nCore Duties:\nResponsible for the adherence to the architectural, technological or other principles and approaches established for the project, and commensurate with the project lifecycle stage.\nEnsure algorithm engineering processes are tailored to meet needs and constraints of project without sacrificing the best engineering practice, and flowing project best practice back into the broader company.\nLead the engineering team in the realisation of the engineering solution while optimising quality, cost and schedule for the allocated work pack\nLead and proactively manage identification and resolution of issues associated with the execution of engineering activities relevant to Nulka products and in conjunction with customer technical teams.\nHandles personnel actions including performance reviews, salary recommendations, and co-ordination of training and development\nProvides expert advice to other teams within the project relating to area of expertise, working closely with the Software Team Lead for combined outcomes.\nResponsible for defining and maintaining elements of the project’s algorithm engineering plans, and performing algorithm engineering tasks in accordance with those plans.\nKEY CRITERIA:\nStrong expertise or experience in the development and sustainment of algorithm products using algorithm engineering technologies. A working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, Flight Dynamics modelling and associated Autocoding practices would be highly valued.\nStrong understanding of Engineering Development lifecycle, and experience in multiple phases of the lifecycle.\nExperience in selection and implementation of effective engineering tools, infrastructure and process, ensuring technical integrity and quality of algorithm products.\nLeadership experience with a small sized team is considered desirable.\nSuperior communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders at all levels.\nTertiary qualification in an Engineering, Software, Mechatronics or related STEM field is considered mandatory.\nEligibility to hold or obtain an NV1 level Defence security clearance and to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).\nTheNulkaTeam\nNulka is a rocket-propelled, expendable, offboard, active decoy designed to ‘seduce’ modern anti-ship missiles away from their targets. It is currently deployed on more than 150 Australian, Canadian and United States warships.\nWhy BAE Systems?\nHere you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.\nA place where everyone can thrive\nWe’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.\nWe support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.\nWe welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.\nWe are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.\nIf you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.\nSecurity statement\nPlease note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. 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