Capability Analysis Engineer | Integrated Air Defence

Kinexus; Canberra; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Salary continuation insurance

Professional certification bonus

Job summary

Amentum is delivering a major Australian Defence capability program focused on integrated air and missile defence. You will provide specialist expertise to support capability development, operational analysis, system performance evaluation and acquisition activities.

Join a high-profile team collaborating with Defence, industry and international partners to assess complex solutions, conduct technical assessments and deliver evidence-based recommendations for critical Defence outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in capability analysis, systems engineering, or Defence capability development.
• Strong understanding of air defence, missile systems, radar technologies and C2 systems.
• Experience with complex Defence acquisition programs and capability delivery.
• Ability to perform technical assessments, trade studies and option analysis.
• Familiarity with Defence lifecycle processes and acquisition frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Analyse air defence capability solutions and system architectures.
• Review technical data and performance information to support capability decisions.
• Conduct capability assessments against operational requirements and mission objectives.
• Evaluate launcher, missile, radar and C2 system performance.
• Undertake trade studies and option analyses to support acquisition activities.
• Assess interoperability and system integration across Defence environments.

Skills

Capability analysis

Systems engineering

Operational analysis

Defence capability development

Technical assessments

Trade studies

Option analysis

Systems integration

Acquisition frameworks

Documentation

Security clearance

Job description

Capability Analysis Engineer | Integrated Air Defence

Amentum is continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. We have a growing presence in cyber, space and nuclear programs.

Tell me about this role

We are seeking an experienced Capability Analysis Engineer to support the delivery of a major Australian Defence capability program focused on integrated air and missile defence. In this role, you will provide specialist technical and operational expertise to support capability development, operational analysis, system performance evaluation and acquisition activities.

Working alongside Defence, industry partners and international stakeholders, you will evaluate complex capability solutions, undertake technical assessments and provide evidence-based recommendations that contribute to the successful delivery of critical Defence outcomes. This is an opportunity to work on a high-profile program involving advanced air defence systems, including launchers, missiles, radars and command and control capabilities.

What will I be doing day to day?

• Analyse and assess air defence capability solutions and system architectures.
• Review technical data, performance information and operational concepts to support capability decision‑making.
• Conduct capability assessments against operational requirements and mission objectives.
• Evaluate launcher, missile, radar and command and control system performance.
• Undertake trade studies, option analysis and technical evaluations to support acquisition activities.
• Assess operational effectiveness across a range of threat environments and operational scenarios.
• Collaborate with Defence, industry, OEM and international stakeholders.
• Support the development of Functional Performance Specifications and Operational Concept Documents.
• Contribute to capability architecture development and systems integration activities.
• Assess interoperability requirements across Joint Fires, Battle Management Systems and tactical data links.
• Identify technical, operational and capability risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Develop engineering evidence, technical advice and capability recommendations to support major project milestones.

What sort of skills do I need?

• Certification
• Experience in capability analysis, systems engineering, operational analysis or Defence capability development.
• Strong understanding of air defence, missile systems, radar technologies and command and control systems.
• Experience working on complex Defence acquisition or capability delivery programs.
• Ability to conduct technical assessments, trade studies and option analysis.
• Understanding of systems integration and interoperability within Defence environments.
• Knowledge of Defence capability lifecycle processes and acquisition frameworks.
• Experience developing technical documentation, performance specifications and capability artefacts.
• Minimum 6 years' relevant experience, preferably within Defence.
• Current NV1 Security Clearance with the ability to obtain NV2 (NV2 preferred).

What’s in it for me?

• Flexibility -We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as WFH where possible.
• Inclusion -Our employees should feel safe bringing their whole self to work, we offer a number of programs promoting inclusion.
• Benefits and Rewards –Our benefits and rewards includesadditional superannuation;flexible leave options;salary continuation insurance;professional certification bonus;employee discount program.

Amentum: Trusted Partner in National Security

Amentum is a key service provider to the Australian Government, supporting critical national security and Defence capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, space, nuclear, and digital domains. With over 880 professionals nationwide, we deliver complex infrastructure, logistics, and technical solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

With 27+ years of experience and a presence in major cities and regions, we’re proud of our people—our greatest asset. Join us and be part of a high-performing team with exceptional benefits and career opportunities.

Additional information

• Lead assessments of air defence systems, missiles, radars and C2.
• Conduct trade studies and capability analysis for Defence decisions.
• Engage Defence, industry and partners on air and missile defence.