The Opportunity
KBR is seeking a Senior Engineer to support Acquisition & Sustainment lifecycle engineering within the GWEO program.
This role sits within a complex Defence engineering environment, focusing on technical governance, sustainment, and lifecycle management of mission‐critical systems.
You will contribute to the delivery of sovereign guided weapons and explosive ordnance capability, supporting national Defence priorities and sustainment outcomes.
The role involves leading engineering planning and execution across complex Defence projects, managing scope, schedule, risk, and technical delivery, while ensuring capability is delivered, maintained, and improved in line with Defence requirement.
Responsibilities:
Lead delivery of complex Defence engineering activities within GWEO programs
Manage project scope, schedule, risk, and budget performance
Apply systems engineering across requirements, integration, verification, and validation
Oversee technical assurance, certification, and configuration management
Ensure safety and compliance across Defence materiel systems
Provide engineering advice to Defence stakeholders and support technical reporting
Engage with internal and external stakeholders including Defence and industry partners
Support Engineering Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and governance activities
Identify and mitigate risks, resource constraints, and delivery issues
Mentor and support engineering teams to achieve program outcomes
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
8–10+ years' experience in Defence or complex engineering environments
Strong systems engineering and configuration management experience




Experience working within Defence frameworks (CASG / DMO preferred)
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work within complex governance and technical environments
Eligible for Engineering Authority within an Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO)
Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship required to be eligible.
What we will offer you:
A workplace culture certified as a Excellent Place To Work
Versatile working
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid parental leave
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
If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started.
Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Melanie Lo in the KBR Talent Acquisition Team on ******.
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).
As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies:
KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity.
Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.
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📌 Guided Weapons Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Kbr
📍 Canberra