Systems Engineer – ICT

At BAE Systems Australia

• Work on cutting-edge HF technology projects with real-world impact.
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative team where your ideas matter.
• Access opportunities for career growth and professional development.

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer with ICT knowledge to join our JORN Program based at Adelaide, South Australia or Melbourne, Victoria.

We are building something extraordinary in the High Frequency (HF) technology space and are looking for Systems Engineer – ICT to join us on this journey. This is your chance to be part of a pioneering project that pushes the boundaries of communications technology.

You will be responsible for leading the analysis, design and implementation of an ICT scope of work. You will work with other members of the JORN ICT Group and other project design (software, hardware, mechanical, etc.) engineers and support teams to ensure a system orientated, integrated approach to ICT engineering development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead all aspects of delivery of a defined scope of work, including analysis of requirements, design, reviews, implementation, testing and signoff in accordance with the ICT Engineering Development Plan and other applicable plans and processes
• Working with a team, undertake engineering activities within own competence without day-to-day guidance or supervision, including liaison with customers and suppliers as appropriate
• Make engineering decisions within own sphere of responsibility and delegated authority
• Foster a culture of openness, responsibility and consistent correctness and completeness
• Work within agreed project technical, cost and schedule constraints
• Provide help and direction to less experienced team members
• Seek and share good practice and knowledge to continuously improve own practices. Be aware of and contribute to relevant BAE Systems Australia engineering communities of interest

About YOU

• A background in Systems Engineering and a good understanding of engineering practices and methods is considered essential
• Hold a proven track record of working in an ICT environment ideally within defence industry
• Able to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder management
• Good communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders within the project
• Proven ability to function confidently within a project team environment
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Hold, or be eligible to obtain, a NV1 Defence security clearance

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.