Senior Systems Engineer

at  BAE Systems

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

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 ground breaking 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 Senior Systems Engineer to join our Red Ochre Autonomy and Sensors business unit reporting to the Project Engineering Manager. This role can be based in either SA – Edinburgh Parks or ACT-Canberra or NSW - RAAF Glenbrook.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will perform system engineering activities associated with the design, build, installation, configuration and set to work of a range of ICT infrastructure and supporting peripherals in support of extant customer capability systems.
You will support the Project Engineering Manager on additional complex project planning including engineering lifecycle elements of bid responses and client engagement.

• Undertake engineering work under a system lifecycle management framework and in accordance with the customer mandated technical regulatory framework
• Undertake analysis and design of ICT/ network/ communications systems, generally using off the shelf equipment
• Implement a range of ICT system solutions supporting third-party applications in Windows and Unix environments
• Participate in system design and subsystem partitioning to achieve robust modular architectures
• Utilize the relevant elements of the Systems Engineering discipline to ensure enabling, supporting and delivered products robustly and demonstrably meet their requirements and are fit for purpose
• Develop work statements and technically manage suppliers
• Provide Engineering status and metrics reporting
• Participate in ensuring that designs meet all statutory and regulatory requirements

About YOU

• A University degree level engineering qualification preferably within Systems or ICT discipline
• Demonstrated systems engineering experience coupled with engineering experience in a relevant discipline
• Proven ability to function confidently within a project team environment with demonstrated problem solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with employees and customers at all levels
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Working knowledge of a range of infrastructure and application ICT technologies, including but not limited to:
• Windows and/or Unix Operating System software stacks
• Relational Database technologies, implemented by products such as Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle and others
• Virtualisation technologies implemented by products such as VMWare, RHEV and HyperV
• A range of ICT tools and products including Microsoft Office suite, JIRA, Objective and SharePoint
• Gateway system architectures and network protocols, systems and architectures
• Working knowledge of a range of ICT technologies and protocols including HTTP, SSL, XML and others
• Scripting and programming languages appropriate for current and future projects. (Note, this is not a programming role, but an awareness of the Software Development Lifecycle and related methods and tools would be advantageous)
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• This role requires eligibility to access data and systems managed under the International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

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.
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