Overview

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future. Learn more about KBR in Australia.

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Role

Specialist Engineer – Electrical Engineer (Defence) to support the delivery of critical Defence capability within the Long-Range Fires (LRF) program. This role provides specialist electrical engineering expertise to support the integration of LC4 systems across a range of Australian Army platforms. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, certification, implementation and testing of military communications and electrical systems in a complex Defence environment.



This is an exciting opportunity to work on leading-edge Defence projects alongside highly skilled engineering professionals delivering capability outcomes for the Australian Defence Force.

Responsibilities

- Provide electrical engineering support for the integration of military C4 systems onto Army platforms.
- Conduct requirements analysis, design activities and implementation support.
- Design RF, data and electrical cables for Defence platform integration.
- Produce and review technical drawings and engineering documentation using CAD software.
- Support prototyping, trial installations and platform integration activities.
- Conduct Verification & Validation (V&V;) activities and support certification outcomes.
- Perform quality reviews of prototype manufactured cables and installations.
- Support electrical and power certification activities for military C4I systems.
- Use specialist test equipment to measure and validate C4 system performance.
- Assist in the development of engineering reports, plans, procedures and technical documentation.
- Conduct hazard analysis and support regulatory compliance activities.
- Engage and collaborate with internal project teams, Defence stakeholders and industry partners.
- Contribute to project planning, technical reviews and contract deliverables.

Qualifications

- Demonstrated experience in electrical engineering within Defence, communications or complex integrated systems environments.
- Experience integrating military C4/C4I systems onto land platforms.
- Knowledge of RF systems, electrical power systems and vehicle/platform networks.




- Experience working with radios, amplifiers, filters, couplers, antennas and related communications equipment.
- Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for technical drafting and design documentation.
- Experience supporting Verification & Validation (V&V;), testing and certification activities.
- Strong understanding of Australian and International engineering standards and Defence requirements.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage complex technical activities.
- Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship required to be eligible.

What we will offer

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place to Work
- Competitive salary (including annual bonuses)
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

How to apply

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply now. Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Melanie London on the KBR Talent Acquisition Team at .

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experience.

Notice to Agencies

KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or fees from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job chance.

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📌 Electrical Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Kbr
📍 Melbourne