Canberra, ACT Based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively.

IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Communications Engineer to provide specialist communications and systems engineering support to a Defence capability development team in Canberra. You'll contribute to capability documentation, technical standards, architectures and user needs that support the modernisation of a communications and information system.

You'll work collaboratively with Defence and industry stakeholders to analyse capability needs, assess technical options, support risk reduction activities and inform acquisition and integration decisions. The role calls for demonstrated experience in Defence communications, networking and systems engineering.

Key Responsibilities

- Support development and maintenance of capability documentation, including operational concepts, user needs statements, requirements documentation, technical standards, architectures and associated Defence capability artefacts
- Provide specialist communications engineering advice on networking, satellite communications, cryptographic systems and associated technologies
- Analyse technical risks, constraints and opportunities associated with modernisation activities and develop recommendations to inform capability decisions
- Support planning, coordination and execution of technical investigations, risk reduction activities, demonstrations, trials and evaluations




- Develop technical assessments, briefing material, decision support products and stakeholder engagement artefacts
- Engage with stakeholders across Defence, industry and international partners to support alignment of capability requirements and technical approaches
- Contribute to development and maintenance of system architectures, standards, integration guidance and design products
- Participate in communications and systems engineering working groups, forums and governance activities
- Review contractor deliverables and provide technical advice on suitability, maturity and alignment with requirements, standards and architectural principles
- Support assurance, governance, audit and reporting activities associated with capability development and integration initiatives
- Provide technical support across the wider team as required

Required

- Current NV1 security clearance
- Demonstrated experience in Defence communications, networking, ICT or systems engineering roles
- Knowledge of communications, networking and related technologies
- Experience developing or reviewing technical documentation, requirements or engineering assessments
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to analyse technical risks, issues and integration challenges
- Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in communications, telecommunications, ICT or systems engineering
- Knowledge of the Defence Capability Lifecycle and Defence governance processes highly regarded
- Experience supporting capability development, acquisition,



integration or sustainment activities highly regarded
- Understanding of communications systems, networks and architectures highly regarded
- Experience supporting trials, demonstrations, evaluations or risk reduction activities highly regarded
- Familiarity with systems engineering methods, standards and architecture development highly regarded
- Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, ICT, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or a related discipline highly regarded

Engagement Details

- Location: Russell Offices, Canberra, ACT
- Hybrid work option may be available
- Travel may be required
- Extension options available

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects. We can offer great work, great people, great culture, excellent conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

Please Note

As this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we'd recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.

📌 Communications Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 IAG Defence and National Security
📍 Canberra