Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Defence Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Defence Australia in Canberra is seeking an Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW to provide specialist advice on Army Aviation C4ISR system design, integration, and information exchange standards. The role focuses on enabling digital modelling and seamless interaction with command and control systems.

You will work within the Defence aviation capability management, coordinating with stakeholders, delivering progress updates, and ensuring compliance with military standards.

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship and NV1 security clearance required.
• Experience designing Army Aviation C4ISR architectures.
• Ability to coordinate with Defence stakeholders and industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Army Aviation C4ISR system design, implementation, and information exchange standards to enable digital modelling and integration with command and control systems.
• Support system design, testing (verification and validation), certification, and compliance with relevant military and civilian standards.
• Deliver monthly progress reports and other updates as required.
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to develop plans and identify issues and risks.
• Communicate effectively with SO1 Aviation Systems and other Defence personnel.
• Establish and maintain a support network across Defence (military, APS, contractors) and industry to achieve required outcomes.
• Manage work hours and tasking to deliver outputs on time and to the required standard.
• Apply industry best practices and comply with relevant standards and regulations.

Skills

C4ISR

Systems Engineering

V&V/Verification & Validation

Stakeholder engagement

Technical reporting

Tools

Defence Capability Life Cycle

Army HQ Modelpedia

Defence Contract Management Handbook

Job description

Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Defence Australia – Canberra ACT

Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Aviation Systems Architect - C4IEW

Location: Canberra (Onsite).

RFQ Details

• Citizenship: Australian citizenship is required.
• RFQ ID: RFX17525
• Agency: Defence Australia
• Closing Date: 10/Nov/26 10:00 (Australia/Sydney)
• Estimated Start Date: 01/12/2025
• Initial Contract Duration: 24 months
• Extension Term: 12 months
• Number of Extensions: 1
• Experience Level: Level 3 - Advanced Practitioner
• Security Clearance: Minimum of NV1
• Location of Work: ACT
• Working Arrangements: Fairburn, ACT. Other locations to be considered, ACT
• Maximum Hours: 8 hours per day

Job Details

The Systems Section within the Directorate of Aviation Capability Management ensures that Army Aviation systems integrate effectively with broader Defence systems. This includes supporting current aviation capabilities and preparing for future projects. The C4ISR position within the Systems Section provides specialist advice and support to the Aviation Branch’s strategic objectives. It plays a central role in enhancing existing systems and developing new capabilities in communications, command and control, computing, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice on Army Aviation C4ISR system design, implementation, and information exchange standards to enable digital modelling and integration with command and control systems.
• Supporting system design, testing (verification and validation), certification, and compliance with relevant military and civilian standards.
• Delivering monthly progress reports and other updates as required.
• Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to develop plans and identify issues and risks.
• Communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with SO1 Aviation Systems and other Defence personnel.
• Establish and maintain a support network across Defence (military, APS, contractors) and industry to achieve required outcomes.
• Manage work hours and tasking to deliver outputs on time and to the required standard.
• Apply industry best practices and comply with relevant standards and regulations.

Technical Skills

• Systems and Software Engineering - Systems Engineering
• Defence Capability Life Cycle
• Army HQ Modelpedia
• Defence Contract Management Handbook