Title:
Reprogramming Specialist

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The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electronic Warfare (EW) Engineer/Reprogramming Expert to support a defence project for a 12-month contract. As an EW SME, this position will provide technical guidance and support to software and data teams to uplift EW capabilities to ensure the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is equipped with cutting edge technology to address operational threats.

Responsibilities

• As an EW SME, provide technical guidance and support to software and data teams.
• Participate in cross functional teams to develop and integrate reprogramming products into software and data systems.
• Reprogram and update existing EW and radar systems to meet changing mission requirements
• Analyse and interpret threat data to identify and evaluate new and emerging threats.
• Undertake the development and review of simulation data files used in testing EW libraries for different defence platforms.
• Support production, review and management of Electromagnetic Environment simulations for various ADF platforms.
• Provide technical expertise and support during EW system testing, evaluation and deployment.
• Collaborate and support team to define system/software requirements.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• You hold minimum an active NV1 security clearance (essential).
• 4-5 years of experience in EW systems, simulation and reprogramming.
• Strong knowledge of EW and radar systems, signal processing, countermeasures, and system design.
• Experience with EW reprogramming tools, software and hardware.
• Experience in performing and supervising the maintenance of radar, electronic warfare, communications and navigation equipment's
• AGSVA security clearance - NV 1 (minimum - with ability to obtain NV2 is required)

Other Competencies

• Capability of working under broad direction
• Takes responsibility for their deliverables
• Influencing project direction through their contribution
• An ability to apply critical thinking to problem solving
• Experience in operating within a team environment
• Ability to priorities work and work in a flexible delivery environment

Location: RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA (on site 5 days a week dependent on network access and role requirements)

Benefits of KBR

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
• Flexible working conditions
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Reservist leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Discounted employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
• 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.