Senior Systems Engineer

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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AUS
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace
The Role
Lead systems engineering for Land domain defence platform upgrades and sustainment in Canberra. Oversee technical investigations, requirements and configuration management, V&V planning, design reviews, change control, and stakeholder engagement while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with Defence standards.
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Senior Systems Engineer

At KBR – We do things that matter

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support a key Defence capability program within the LAND domain.

Working directly alongside the client in Canberra, you will undertake and lead technical investigations, engineering assessments and systems engineering activities associated with platform upgrades, modifications and sustainment outcomes. Acting as an important technical liaison between stakeholders, you will ensure engineering solutions are delivered safely, compliantly and in alignment with Defence requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to influence complex engineering decisions, support capability improvements and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and oversee technical investigations relating to Defence platform systems.
  • Develop and verify technical instructions, engineering data and technical documentation.
  • Support systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
  • Manage technical requirements from project inception through to introduction into service and transition to sustainment.
  • Contribute to engineering change management and configuration management activities.
  • Participate in engineering design reviews and support engineering assurance activities.
  • Act as a Design Acceptance Representative and provide engineering oversight for capability upgrades.
  • Support verification and validation planning and execution.
  • Develop strong working relationships with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and project teams.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers and developing team members.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

  • Degree qualification in Engineering.
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status
  • 5+ years of Systems Engineering experience within Defence programs.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and executing Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs).
  • Requirements management experience using DOORS.
  • Change control and engineering review board experience.
  • Systems safety engineering knowledge.
  • Strong configuration management experience.
  • Experience working within Defence engineering environments.
  • Knowledge of the ASDEFCON contracting framework.
  • Experience managing engineering risk.
  • Experience in Verification and Validation (V&V) planning and test activities.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
  • Engineering design documentation development.
  • Experience supporting Defence acquisition, upgrade or sustainment programs.

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. 

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.

Skills Required

  • Degree qualification in Engineering
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status
  • 5+ years of Systems Engineering experience within Defence programs
  • Demonstrated experience developing and executing Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs)
  • Requirements management experience using DOORS
  • Change control and engineering review board experience
  • Systems safety engineering knowledge
  • Strong configuration management experience
  • Experience working within Defence engineering environments
  • Knowledge of the ASDEFCON contracting framework
  • Experience managing engineering risk
  • Experience in Verification and Validation (V&V) planning and test activities
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Engineering design documentation development
  • Experience supporting Defence acquisition, upgrade or sustainment programs

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  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
  • Flexible Benefits Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.

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What We Do

KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.

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