Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Pinaka; Canberra; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Defence Australia in Canberra is seeking an Aviation Systems Architect to integrate Army aviation C4ISR capabilities with broader Defence systems. You will provide specialist advice and support to strategic objectives, focusing on communications, control, computing, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.

The role requires NV1 clearance, Australian citizenship, and experience with complex defence architectures in an onsite Canberra setting.

Qualifications

• Security clearance NV1 minimum.
• Australian citizenship required.
• Experience with Army Aviation C4ISR systems or similar defence domains.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Army Aviation C4ISR system design, implementation and information exchange standards.
• Support system design, testing, certification and compliance with military and civilian standards.
• Deliver monthly progress reports and other updates.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop plans and identify issues and risks.
• Communicate with SO1 Aviation Systems and Defence personnel.
• Build and maintain a Defence industry network to achieve outcomes.
• Manage work hours and tasking to deliver outputs on time.
• Apply best practices and comply with standards and regulations.

Skills

Systems engineering

Defence knowledge

C4ISR concepts

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Defence Capability Life Cycle

Army HQ Modelpedia

Defence Contract Management Handbook

Job description

Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Aviation Systems Architect - C4IEW

Location: Canberra (Onsite).

What to Submit

• A tailored resume in docx format
• Citizenship: Australian citizenship is required.
• RFQ ID: RFX17525
• Agency: Defence Australia
• Closing Date: 10/Nov/26 10:00 (Australia/Sydney)
• 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

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

Aviation Systems Architect – C4IEW | Canberra | NV1

Aviation Systems Architect - C4IEW

Location: Canberra (Onsite).

What to Submit

• A tailored resume in docx format

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