We are seeking an experienced Systems Integrator/Engineer to support the sustainment and evolution of complex geospatial and mission-critical systems within the Program, contributing to Australia's Defence and national security objectives.
This 12-month contract role operates within a secure, team-oriented engineering environment and focuses on systems integration, engineering analysis, change management and ongoing operational capability.
You will work alongside systems and software engineers, architects, project teams and Defence stakeholders to investigate technical issues, implement controlled changes and ensure systems remain secure, reliable and aligned to operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Support the integration, sustainment and enhancement of systems
Investigate technical issues, perform systems analysis and contribute to solution design and engineering decisions
Support Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), including impact assessments and technical documentation
Develop and maintain requirements, design artefacts, engineering reports and other lifecycle documentation
Collaborate with Configuration Management teams to ensure changes are controlled and traceable
Work with Verification & Validation teams to support testing, assurance and acceptance of system changes
Identify, assess and manage technical risks throughout engineering activities
Engage with multidisciplinary engineering teams,



project stakeholders and customers to deliver operational outcomes
Contribute to engineering governance, reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Skills & Experience
Experience in systems engineering, systems integration or sustainment within complex enterprise, Defence or government environments
Sound understanding of systems engineering principles, engineering lifecycles and requirements management
Experience in systems analysis, technical investigations and solution design
Ability to produce clear engineering documentation, requirements, impact assessments and technical reports
Experience supporting engineering change management in configuration-controlled environments
Understanding of engineering governance, assurance, verification and validation practices
Ability to assess technical risks and communicate recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams in Agile or hybrid delivery environments
Exposure to Defence, intelligence, geospatial or mission systems is highly regarded
Familiarity with ITIL-aligned service management, operational support or sustainment frameworks is advantageous
Experience working within secure environments and supporting continuous improvement is advantageous
Eligibility Requirements
Australian citizenship is mandatory
Active NV2 Security Clearance is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DISA is required
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📌 System Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 The Network
📍 Canberra