Well established federal government organization looking for an experienced Modelling and Simulation Lead

Hybrid working model | Permanent role | around $200K | AU Citizens Eligible

What You'll do:

- Simulation Architecture Leadership – Lead the design and evolution of distributed, real‑time simulation systems that support autonomy development, verification, and validation across virtual, constructive, and live environments.
- High‑Performance Software Development – Architect and implement C , software for modelling, simulation, and integration workflows, while maintaining compatibility with legacy standards for seamless system interoperability.
- Real-Time & Distributed Simulation – Develop, optimize, and deploy software for real‑time mission execution environments, including multi‑agent scenarios and high‑fidelity system-of-systems simulations.
- Simulation Framework Integration – Apply practical experience with defence simulation frameworks such as AFSIM or NGTS to accelerate capability delivery and ensure alignment with defence customer expectations.
- Containerized Deployment – Leverage Docker, Kubernetes or similar technologies to ensure repeatable, scalable, and modular simulation deployments across development, CI, and operational environments.
- Technical & Project Leadership – Lead engineering teams of 5 contributors, ensuring alignment across software, test, autonomy, perception, and program stakeholders. Drive quality, delivery, and technical excellence.
- Collaboration & Delivery – Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate simulation with autonomy algorithms, hardware interfaces, and test pipelines, enabling rapid experimentation, regression testing, and mission readiness.
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Champion best practices in CI/CD,



test‑driven development, design patterns, and system architecture. Explore and adopt modern technologies to expand modelling and simulation capabilities.

Qualifications:

- A tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Extensive professional experience in software engineering and systems integration
- Strong experience in modern C with familiarity across legacy standards
- Qualified experience with Python
- Significant experience building and delivering reliable software systems in fast‑paced environments
- Experience leading teams to deliver complex engineering projects
- Experience with real‑time, distributed simulation systems or HWIL/SWIL environments
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker or equivalent)
- Experience working in Linux development environments
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems quickly and effectively
- Proven history of strong collaboration, accountability, and being a trusted and kind teammate
- Ability to obtain an Australian NV1 security clearance

Preferred qualifications:

- Defence industry experience
- Experience with uncrewed systems, particularly in the air domain
- Experience with AFSIM, NGTS, or equivalent defence simulation tools
- Experience with data processing, analysis pipelines, or test automation workflows, especially those using Python

What do you need to do now

Does this sound like you? What are you waiting for? Apply now or send an email to Haruka Miyawaki at [email protected]

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📌 Modelling and Simulation Lead (Melbourne)
🏢 Hays
📍 Melbourne