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Senior Integrated Product Support (IPS) EngineerMaintenance, Reliability & SustainmentLocation: Melbourne, AustraliaWork Arrangement: Hybrid (Tuesday-Thursday in office)Salary: AUD $130,000-$150,000 plus 10% annual bonus opportunityLead Defence Sustainment StrategyWorld Fuel Government Solutions is seeking a Senior Integrated Product Support (IPS) Engineer to lead maintenance, supportability, reliability, and lifecycle engineering activities across complex Defence systems and equipment.This role is responsible for defining how Defence capability is maintained, supported, repaired, and sustained throughout its operational lifecycle.You will lead the development of maintenance concepts, supportability strategies, Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA), Reliability & Maintainability plans, parts provisioning requirements, sustainment plans, and lifecycle support solutions that ensure critical Defence systems remain operational for years to come.This Is Not a Traditional Systems Engineering RoleThis is not a requirements management, architecture, software engineering, MBSE, or verification-focused position.Candidates whose backgrounds are primarily focused on:Software EngineeringIT Systems EngineeringEnterprise ArchitectureMBSE-only environmentsRequirements Management without sustainment responsibilityVerification & Validation without maintenance or supportability experienceare unlikely to be a fit.We are seeking engineers with deep expertise in:Integrated Product Support (IPS)Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)Sustainment EngineeringSupportability EngineeringReliability EngineeringMaintenance EngineeringAsset Lifecycle ManagementWhat You'll Be DoingLead Sustainment & Supportability ActivitiesLead IPS activities across Defence programs.Define maintenance concepts, lifecycle support strategies,



and supportability frameworks.Develop sustainment solutions for complex Defence systems.Influence how Defence capability is supported throughout its service life.Define Maintenance RequirementsLead Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) activities.Define maintenance levels, servicing requirements, and sustainment concepts.Establish maintenance strategies aligned to operational usage profiles.Determine long-term support requirements throughout the equipment lifecycle.Develop Reliability & Maintainability SolutionsLead development of Reliability & Maintainability (R&M;) plans.Support Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) activities.Evaluate equipment failure modes and maintenance requirements.Recommend improvements to supportability and sustainment strategies.Define Sparing & Provisioning RequirementsDevelop Parts Provisioning Lists and spares strategies.Determine sparing requirements and lifecycle support needs.Contribute to sustainment forecasting and inventory planning.Support long-term asset management initiatives.Lead Defence IPS DeliverablesDevelop IPS and ILS deliverables for Defence customers.Support ASDEFCON-aligned programs and sustainment activities.Develop maintenance procedures, technical publications, user manuals, and support documentation.Ensure deliverables meet customer and contractual requirements.Mentor & Develop EngineersProvide technical leadership across sustainment activities.Coach and mentor junior engineers.Support professional development within the engineering team.Share expertise across reliability, maintenance, and supportability disciplines.What We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.Australian Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.7+ years of relevant engineering experience, ideally 10+ years.Strong understanding of maintenance and support of complex mechanical systems.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Demonstrated Experience In Several Of The FollowingIntegrated Product Support (IPS)Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA)Reliability & Maintainability (R&M;)Reliability,



Availability & Maintainability (RAM)Supportability EngineeringSustainment EngineeringMaintenance EngineeringAsset Lifecycle ManagementFleet SustainmentProduct Support EngineeringParts Provisioning ListsSparing AnalysisHighly Preferred ExperienceExperience developing:Reliability & Maintainability PlansMaintenance Task Analysis deliverablesParts Provisioning ListsTechnical PublicationsUser ManualsDefence Sustainment DeliverablesDefence Support ContractsRelevant IndustriesStrong candidates may come from:DefenceAerospaceAviationRailMarineTransportOil & GasUtilitiesManufacturingMiningHeavy IndustryWhat Success Looks LikeIn this role, you will define how equipment is supported throughout its lifecycle.You will determine:What maintenance must be performedHow frequently it should occurWhich spare parts must be provisionedWhat technical documentation must be developedHow support strategies evolve throughout the equipment lifecycleSuccessful candidates combine deep technical expertise with the ability to collaborate effectively with Defence customers, project teams, suppliers, and senior stakeholders.Why Join World Fuel Government Solutions?
This is an opportunity to work on complex Defence programs while enjoying the benefits of a highly capable and growing engineering organization.Unlike larger Defence primes, our engineers enjoy:Significant ownership and accountabilityDirect influence on engineering decisionsExposure across acquisition and sustainment activitiesClose customer engagementAccelerated career developmentBroad technical and commercial exposureStrong support for training and professional developmentA collaborative, team-oriented cultureAt World Fuel, engineers gain visibility, responsibility, and influence early in their careers.
Your work will directly impact how Defence capability is maintained, supported, and sustained, while providing exposure across supportability, reliability, maintenance, systems engineering, and lifecycle management.
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World Fuel Services (Australia) Pty Ltd

📌 Senior Integrated Product Support (Ips) Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 World Fuel Services
📍 Melbourne