Location Melbourne, Victoria Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R3001365 Posted Date 11/10/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Senior Systems Engineer

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support a key Defence capability program within the LAND domain. This role will be responsible for leading technical investigations, managing engineering change activities,



and ensuring the successful delivery of platform system upgrades from concept through to introduction into service and transition to sustainment.

Working closely with Commonwealth stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams, you will provide technical leadership across systems engineering, configuration management, verification and validation, and engineering governance activities.

This role offers the chance to influence complex engineering decisions, support capability improvements and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and oversee the development of Technical Investigations and Technical Instructions relating to platform systems.
- Verify and validate technical data and engineering documentation.
- Manage technical requirements through the full project lifecycle, from initiation through to introduction into service and handover.
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement engineering design requirements.
- Support engineering change and configuration management activities for complex platform systems.
- Act as a Design Acceptance Representative and participate in engineering design reviews.
- Prepare Engineering Support Reports and technical recommendations.
- Lead significant platform upgrade projects on behalf of Defence stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) requirements and Engineering Management Plans.
- Develop and review maintenance schedules, work instructions, and technical documentation.
- Support certification activities and ensure adherence to applicable engineering standards and industry best practice.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and graduate engineers.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

- Degree-qualified Engineer.
- Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs).
- Strong experience in systems engineering within complex projects or programs.
- Hands-on experience in configuration management practices.
- Knowledge of the ASDEFCON contracting framework.
- Experience in risk management, analysis, and mitigation.




- Experience in Verification & Validation (V&V;) planning and test execution.
- Robust written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to engage effectively with Defence, industry partners, and technical stakeholders.
- 5+ years' experience in Systems Engineering within a Defence environment.
- Experience chairing Change Control Boards (CCBs) and Risk Management Meetings.
- Experience with requirements management tools, including IBM DOORS.
- Experience developing system architecture, system design, and detailed design documentation.
- Knowledge of Systems Safety processes and safety assurance activities.
- Familiarity with Defence engineering governance and acceptance processes.

What we will offer you:

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

- Flexible working

- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

- Paid parental leave

- Income protection

- Corporate rewards

- Salary packaging/Novated leasing

- Employee stock purchase plans

- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance

- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

📌 Senior Systems Engineer (Melbourne)
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