Amentum is a leader in global engineering, project management and solutionsintegration, trusted to modernise the most critical missions anywhere in the world.Driven to create a safer, smarter, cleaner world, we innovate as a team of inventivedoers passionate about making a difference.
Underpinned by a strong culture of ethics,safety and inclusivity.
Amentum is fiercely committed to operational excellence andsuccessful execution.Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly companyculture, and engagement with a supportive community?
We'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow andsucceed - today and into tomorrow.
We offer an exciting range of opportunities todevelop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do theright thing for our people, clients and communities.People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attractthe best talent.Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity.
We putpeople at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed bysupporting one another through our culture of caring.
We value positive mental healthand a sense of belonging for all employees.Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, please refer to our EnterpriseAgreement and for more information.Role Description:This role delivers integrated Network Technician and Software Engineering support for ICT capabilities within a Defence operational environment.
It focuses on the sustainment, governance, assurance, and capability integration of 4SQN ICT systems, including Tactical Data Links and core mission systems.The position supports both operational and project-based activities,



ensuring ICT systems remain compliant, interoperable, and mission-ready.
It involves close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, program offices, and industry partners to deliver and sustain critical capabilities across the capability lifecycle, including Prove, Test and Evaluate (PT&E;) phases.The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders at all levels, build strong working relationships, and act as a key point of contact for ICT operational support, engineering activities, and system governance.This full-time position is based at Williamtown, near Newcastle.Day to Day Tasks include:Act as a key point of contact for operational ICT support, engaging with Defence stakeholders, NETTECHs, CCT personnel, and industry partnersDeliver ICT training and mentorship to support workforce capability developmentProvide operational support and sustainment for the 4SQN ICT fleet, ensuring system availability and performanceSupport governance, policy, and compliance activities aligned with CASG BMS and Defence requirementsManage sustainment and PT&E; activities for operational and trial ICT capabilities in collaboration with relevant SPOsCoordinate vendor support and sustainment arrangements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligationsManage fleet training, sustainment planning,



and capability delivery for program-level ICT systemsMaintain control of cryptographic material and coordinate technical maintenance activitiesEnsure system conformance, ATO, and compliance with MIL-STD and accreditation frameworks for ICT systemsConduct Verification and Validation (V&V;) and support system integration and interoperability activitiesCoordinate defect management (RODUM) and develop user requirements to address capability gaps and enhancementsEssential Requirements:Experienced ICT skilled with Network Technician and/or Software Engineering expertise, operating effectively in complex Defence environmentsTertiary qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experienceStrong knowledge of ICT sustainment, system assurance, governance, and life-cycle management, including accreditation and compliance frameworksDemonstrated experience in V&V;, system compliance (e.g., MIL-STD), and Authorities to Operate (ATO)Experience supporting ICT sustainment, PT&E;, system integration, and capability enhancement activitiesSound understanding of Defence governance and procurement frameworks (e.g., CASG BMS, ERP, NDS)Proven ability to engage and collaborate with technical teams, Stakeholders, and industry, applying a practical, risk-based approachExperience working with secure ICT systems and managing cryptographic materialsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and advisory outputsRequired Security Clearance Level: Eligibility to hold and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (NV2)Location: RAAF Base Williamtown / NewcastleWeekly Hours: 40 Hours (Monday-Friday) Onsite
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📌 Software Engineer & Network Technician (New South Wales)
🏢 Amentum
📍 New South Wales