Systems Engineer Designer

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

Join the AIR6500 program as a Senior Systems Engineer Designer and play a key role in the design and integration of one of Australia's most advanced Defence capabilities.

Working within a complex System-of-Systems environment, you will help define, design and mature critical capability across the Joint Air Battle Management System (JABMS). This role goes beyond traditional systems engineering, providing the opportunity to influence architecture, integration, requirements development and solution design while working alongside highly skilled engineers, architects, SMEs and Defence stakeholders.

We're seeking an experienced Systems Engineer who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges, leading engineering activities, and guiding system design decisions from concept through to integration and acceptance. You'll work in a collaborative Agile environment where your expertise will help shape the future of Australia's sovereign Defence capability.

The Senior Systems Engineer Designer's primary responsibilities include:

• Lead the design, integration and management of complex physical and software systems within a System-of-Systems environment
• Develop and manage system and subsystem requirements, architectures and interfaces within a Model-Based Engineering environment
• Conduct technical trade studies and evaluation of solution options to inform engineering decision-making
• Produce and review key engineering artefacts including requirements, specifications, design descriptions and solution documentation
• Lead system design activities, scenario development and requirements analysis across multiple engineering disciplines
• Support customer engagements, engineering reviews, bids and estimates while mentoring and guiding less experienced engineers

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Significant Systems Engineering experience delivering complex Defence, aerospace, communications or other large-scale engineering systems
• Strong expertise in one or more C4ISREW domains, including Command & Control, Communications, ISR or Electronic Warfare
• Extensive experience in systems design, requirements decomposition, architecture development and systems integration
• Strong understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Model-Based Systems Development (MBSD) and digital engineering principles
• Experience using modelling and requirements management tools such as MagicDraw, Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS, DNG or similar
• Proven ability to work effectively within Agile delivery environments and collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Engineering degree or equivalent industry experience
• NV1 security clearance and ability to handle Export Controlled information
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Don't meet every requirement?

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations. 

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government. 

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.