EL 2 (S&T Level 8) 
$160,613 - $175,719 (plus super)
Eveleigh, NSW

The Research Leader Maritime Autonomy reports to the Chief Maritime Division and under broad guidance is responsible for leading the Maritime Autonomy Major Science and Technology Capability (MSTC). This MSTC has two component Science and Technology Capabilities (STC) - Unmanned Systems & Autonomy and Magnetics & Payload Sensors.

The Research Leader is responsible for managing the "raise, train and sustain" function for the MSTC. The Research Leader will provide leadership to the MSTC by providing the vision, guidance, direction, coordination and collaboration necessary to ensure the capability of the MSTC can be harnessed for the delivery of agreed outputs to Defence.  They will lead diverse strands of capability as teams to create opportunities for system breakthroughs.

The Research Leader will lead and inspire staff to push the frontiers of science and technology, and work with the staff at a conceptual level to create new scientific insights.  They will maintain awareness of developments in relevant scientific fields; review publications prepared by staff and are accountable for setting the standards for the quality of the S&T outputs.

The Research Leader will be responsible for the development of the people in the Maritime Autonomy MSTC, and will provide effective supervision of the STC leaders and any Principal Scientists to ensure that staff contribute effectively to the output of the MSTC.

The Research Leader will have developed an international reputation for excellence in a specific field of Science and Technology relevant to the MSTC, have extensive experience, awareness and knowledge across a broad range of science applied to Defence.

The Research Leader will have a sound understanding of Defence client priorities and will achieve outcomes which meet customer needs.

The Research Leader will develop and maintain collaborative linkages in DST; and build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders in industry, universities and overseas organisations.

Application Closing Date: 23 March 2017

For further information please review the job information pack, reference DST/00197/17 on www.defence.gov.au/apscareers.