Communications Engineer — Canberra Region, Australian Capital Territory

Expired

Title: Communications Engineer Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world About KBR: We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world. KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries. For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects. With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers. We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR. KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force. Learn more about our business here . The Opportunity: KBR's Joint Team is seeking an experienced Communications Systems Engineer to support our Defence client across an array of engineering requirement. The role will be required to provide a wide range of System Engineering capabilities including the provision of detailed systems engineering technical and professional advice. The Systems Engineer shall provide engineering management and oversight over requirements for engineering, design management, integration engineering, and verification and validation. Responsibilities Review and provide input to update engineering documents. Perform critical and complex engineering activities and provide advice in the field of systems and communications engineering under broad direction. Assess technical and design packages including scoping, planning, reviewing, provide recommendations and contribute to the implementation of actions. Evaluate that the delivered materiel meets requirements and legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks, provide recommendations and contribute to the implementation of actions. Monitor and ensure safety aspects of Defence materiel systems are considered and incorporated into systems engineering activities. Manage workflows, resources, prepare work area and team plans detailing measurable milestones and expected outcomes. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic or communication systems engineering or similar related field. An understanding of procurement and contracting in a government, or Defence industry environment High levels of enthusiasm with an outcome-focus and problem-solving attitude toward their work. Skills and experience in writing documentation conforming to government writing standards. A strong ability to communicate with a range of internal and external engineering, commercial and technical stakeholders. An ability to pick up new and complex processes and systems quickly. A high level of competence and experience in using Microsoft Office applications, in particular Word and Excel formatting, tables and merging of documents. NV1 security clearance is essential for this role Highly Desirable Experience using the ASDEFCON suite. Understanding of the One Defence Capability System (formerly the Capability Life Cycle) and the Defence procurement processes and procedures. Experience working in a Defence Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) environment. 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 Contact Temara Bassett for a confidential discussion on 07 3721 6261 or email Temara.Bassettkbr.com . KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply. 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. LI-TB1