Title:
Communication/Systems Engineer

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The Opportunity:

Join the Land Communications & Specialist Systems (LCSS) SPO as a Systems Engineer supporting the delivery of next-generation Battlefield Telecommunications and Tactical Communications Networks. You'll play a key role in modernising the Australian Defence Force's deployable communication capabilities through the integration of complex systems under the Land C4 Capability System (LC4CS).

Responsibilities:

As a member of the Communications Delivery Team (CDT), you'll support the planning, acquisition, integration, and sustainment transition of key C4 systems including:

• Battlefield Telecommunications Network (BTN)
• Tactical Communications Network (TCN)
• Deployable Information Environment (DIE)
• Battlefield Management System (BMS)

You will provide engineering governance, contribute to systems design, manage system certification, and oversee verification and testing programs. Your work will include deployable satellite systems, secure tactical radios, emerging waveforms, and system safety.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• Maintain engineering, verification, and certification plans within the LC4CS framework
• Provide technical input into BTN and TCN integration and sustainment strategies
• Act as Commonwealth representative during contractor testing and verification
• Support system design, risk management, and security accreditation activities
• Advise stakeholders including Army, contractors, and FIC contributors
• Ensure compliance with the Land Technical Regulatory Framework and Defence safety standards
• Collaborate closely with Land 4140 project teams and Army's Land Network Integration Centre (LNIC)

Desirable:

• Experience in deployable secure communications systems
• Previous Defence and/or CASG project experience
• Strong collaboration skills in complex stakeholder environments

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

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.