Systems Engineers - Combat System Integration (Defence)

Location: Adelaide or Melbourne, Australia. Shipyard-facing roles are based in Adelaide; other roles may be based in Adelaide or Melbourne. Hybrid work-from-home/office arrangements and a 9-day fortnight may be considered.

Company

Defence, security, and cyber solutions provider specialising in the development and integration of complex defence and security systems.

What you will do

• Contribute to the development and integration of naval combat systems.
• Work across electronic warfare, above-water weapons, navigation, communications, or above-water sensors.
• Manage requirements, system architecture, systems integration, and verification and validation activities.
• Conduct or participate in mandatory design reviews, including SRR, PDR, and CDR.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders, including the customer, in complex defence programmes.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in a related engineering discipline, such as computer science or electrical/electronic engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience with requirements management, system architecture, systems integration, and/or verification and validation.
• Experience with complex defence engineering programmes; ASDEFCON, shipbuilding, and combat systems experience is preferred.
• Experience participating in design reviews and working groups, plus stakeholder management skills.
• Must be an Australian citizen and hold or be able to obtain an AGSVA security clearance.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on professional growth and work-life balance.
• Six weeks of paid leave per year.
• 14% superannuation and free income protection insurance.
• Flexible working options and access to a shares matching scheme.
• Employee discounts through the online benefits store.

Hiring process

• Submit a CV and cover letter.
• Screening may include reference checks, an Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening, and a pre-employment medical declaration.
• Recruitment is ongoing and the position may be filled before the closing date of 30 September 2026.