About the CompanyOur client is a large federal government organisation responsible for delivering nationally significant Defence and Army capability outcomes.
The organisation operates in a complex, highly regulated environment and works across engineering, digital integration, technical assurance, governance, and capability development.
Its focus is on ensuring current and future Land capabilities are effectively integrated across Army, Joint, and Coalition environments.About the RoleOur federal government client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer, Advanced Practitioner, to support the establishment of the Integrated Sensor Architecture National Office, known as ISANO.The successful candidate will provide specialist systems engineering expertise to support the adoption and integration of the Integrated Sensor Architecture across Land domain tactical networks.
The role will contribute to the development of engineering, integration, assurance, governance, and compliance processes and will support a significant ISA prototyping activity.Systems Engineering Planning – Develop and maintain the Stage 2 Systems Engineering Management Plan and Test and Evaluation Master Plan, including requirements, needs, and test plans for the prototyping activityTest, Evaluation and Assurance – Plan and support requirements, design, test readiness, verification, validation, and operational test and evaluation activities for complex C4 capabilitiesTechnical Authority – Exercise delegated technical authority over the development and maintenance of the ISA prototyping activity and support the management of technical decisionsC4 Systems Integration – Apply systems engineering expertise to the integration of sensors, networks, software, computing, telecommunications, and data standards within complex military environmentsEngineering Governance – Oversee engineering process alignment and governance in accordance with relevant Army, Defence, CASG, and internal engineering policies and frameworksTechnical Risk Management – Identify, assess, manage,



and elevate technical risks that may affect project deliverables, integration outcomes, or broader business objectivesStakeholder Engagement – Engage with Defence, engineering, technical, and external stakeholders to understand technology solutions and help shape ISA strategic direction and outcomesReporting and Documentation – Prepare technical artefacts, written advice, presentations, fortnightly project status reports, and monthly project situation reportsTechnical Advice and Leadership – Provide high-level systems engineering advice and technical support to ISANO and other areas of the Land Network Integration Centre as required.Essential RequirementsRelevant postgraduate systems engineering qualifications and significant professional experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronic Engineering, or the applicable alternative industry experience outlined in the position requirementsA relevant four-year engineering degree or higher postgraduate qualification in an engineering discipline such as Systems, Software, Computer, Electronic, or Mechatronic EngineeringDemonstrated systems engineering experience, preferably within a military C4 environmentSuitable skills, qualifications, and experience to hold and exercise delegated Design AuthorityExperience contributing to complex system requirements, design, integration, test, evaluation, verification, and validation activitiesStrong stakeholder engagement, leadership, written communication, technical reporting, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work effectively within complex,



multidisciplinary engineering and ICT teamsHighly DesirableChartered Engineer status with Engineers Australia or an equivalent skilled engineering institutionMore than 10 years of experience in the design, build, integration, test, verification, and validation of military C4I systems, networks, and associated softwareExperience with safety-critical software or systems development processes and practicesExperience providing strategic and high-level advice to senior technical and executive stakeholders on engineering, design, assurance, and technical risk mattersKnowledge of computing, telecommunications, data storage systems, protocols, and standardsExperience performing similar duties within Defence, government, or complex industry environmentsKnowledge of Defence Capability System processes, engineering governance, acquisition, sustainment, or Land Worthiness requirementsProject management experience covering planning, scheduling, risk management, governance, and reportingContract: 2 November **** to 30 June ****, with one potential 12-month extension optionLocation: Symonston, ACTWork Environment: Full-time onsite is preferred.
Limited remote working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basisSecurity RequirementsTo be eligible for this role, candidates must hold and maintain a minimum current NV1 Security Clearance from the commencement of the contract.
The successful candidate may also be required to obtain an NV2 Security Clearance during the engagement.
Candidates must be able to comply ITAR requirement.What is on offerLong-term contract through to 30 June ****Potential 12-month extension optionOpportunity to support a nationally significant Army systems integration initiativeWork within a highly skilled, multidisciplinary engineering and technical environmentOpportunity to contribute to C4 systems integration, technical assurance, test and evaluation, and emerging sensor architecture capabilityCompetitive remuneration packageWe value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people living with disability.
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