Senior Systems Engineer – Communications

Title: Senior Systems Engineer – (Communications)

Companies: KBR, Trinzic – formerly KBR's Mission Technology Solutions (MTS)

Location: Australia – remote or on site options in Canberra, Sydney or Brisbane (hybrid possible)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive (details not disclosed)

Responsibilities:

- Provide specialist communications engineering advice and technical leadership.
- Conduct complex engineering assessments, reviews and analysis activities.
- Ensure Defence materiel systems meet endorsed requirements and regulatory obligations.
- Support safety, compliance, and assurance activities across communications systems.
- Mentor and guide developing engineers within the team.
- Build stakeholder relationships across Defence and industry environments.

Benefits:

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work.
- Adaptable working arrangements.
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews).
- Paid parental leave.
- Income protection.




- Corporate rewards.
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Communications, RF, Electrical or Systems Engineering) recognised under the Washington Accord.
- Registered Professional Engineer (RPEV) within Electrical Engineering or equivalent professional standing.
- Experience supporting Defence communications systems, RF communications, systems engineering, or sustainment programs.
- Strong understanding of engineering governance, technical risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Must hold an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance (or be able to obtain).

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