The Opportunity

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we're growing our Systems Engineering capability and are seeking Systems Analysts at both intermediate and senior levels to support a diverse portfolio of Defence and national security programs.

This is an opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems that support Australia's Defence capability while developing your expertise in systems thinking, requirements analysis, integration, verification and capability development.

Whether your background is in Defence operations, systems engineering, test and evaluation, capability development, technical analysis or project delivery, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists to solve challenging problems and contribute to some of the nation's most advanced technology programs.

We welcome applications from candidates with Defence experience, solid analytical skills and an interest in working within complex system environments.

Key Responsibilities The Systems Analyst's Primary Responsibilities Include

- Work across a variety of Defence and national security programs, with opportunities to specialise or build broad cross-domain experience
- Support systems engineering activities across the lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system integration, verification and capability development
- Assist in the development of requirements, interface definitions, technical documentation, assessments and supporting project artefacts
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, subject matter experts and stakeholders to solve technical and operational challenges
- Contribute to engineering reviews, governance activities,



bids and continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply systems thinking and analytical techniques to support delivery of complex Defence capabilities

What you’ll bring To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have

- Experience working within Defence, aerospace, maritime, communications, technology or other complex operational environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand and assess complex systems and processes
- Experience supporting activities such as requirements management, systems integration, capability development, testing, verification, engineering support or related disciplines
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Defence industry experience, military service or other relevant technical experience will be highly regarded
- Exposure to MBSE, Agile delivery, Defence capability development or systems engineering practices will be advantageous
- The ability to learn quickly, adapt to new environments and contribute effectively from day one
- NV1 security clearance and ability to handle Export Controlled information
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Don't meet every requirement? If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

About Lockheed Martin





Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.

📌 Systems Analysts (Defence Programs) (Adelaide)
🏢 Lockheed Martin
📍 Adelaide