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Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and annual reviews

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Melbourne to lead complex Defence projects, managing the full system lifecycle from requirements to verification and validation. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, driving technical investigations, design reviews, and engineering change activities.

You will mentor junior engineers, ensure compliance with engineering plans and security clearances, and build strong stakeholder relationships with Defence customers and suppliers in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering required.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs).
• Experience with configuration management and DOORS.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Technical Investigations and Technical Instructions for Defence platform systems.
• Verify and validate technical data to support engineering outcomes and project delivery.
• Develop and manage systems engineering artefacts, plans and documentation throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align design requirements with CM processes.
• Act as a Design Acceptance Representative and participate in design reviews.
• Lead major upgrade and engineering change projects for customers.
• Support requirements management, risk management, verification and validation activities.
• Prepare and review engineering reports and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with AEO requirements and Contractor Engineering Management Plans.
• Build relationships with Defence customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates to foster technical excellence.

Skills

V&V planning

Requirements management

Change control

Stakeholder engagement

System design documentation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DOORS

ASDEFCON

Job description

Title:
Senior Systems Engineer
Location:
Melbourne, Australia
Contract Type:
Full‑time, Permanent
Working Hours:
Standard, 40 hours per week

Company Overview

KBR, a leading global engineering and technology solutions provider, employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide. KBR is developing Trinzic, a new independent company set to launch in January 2027, to support defence, space and national security missions. KBR’s culture emphasizes Zero Harm, belonging, and a people‑first philosophy.

Role Overview

You will play a key role in complex Defence projects as a Senior Systems Engineer, responsible for managing technical requirements throughout the system lifecycle, leading investigations, overseeing verification and validation, and providing engineering leadership across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the development of Technical Investigations and Technical Instructions related to Defence platform systems.
• Verify and validate technical data to support engineering outcomes and project delivery.
• Develop and manage systems engineering artefacts, plans and documentation throughout the systems lifecycle.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to develop design requirements aligned with engineering change and configuration management processes.
• Act as a Design Acceptance Representative and participate in engineering design reviews.
• Lead significant upgrade and engineering change projects on behalf of the customer.
• Support requirements management, risk management, verification and validation activities.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, technical documentation, maintenance schedules and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with Authorised Engineering Organisation requirements and Contractor Engineering Management Plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Defence customers, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and graduates, fostering technical excellence across the team.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree qualification in Engineering.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs).
• Strong understanding and practical experience in configuration management.
• Working knowledge of the ASDEFCON contracting framework.
• Experience in risk management processes and methodologies.
• Proven experience in Verification & Validation (V&V) planning and test execution.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering within a Defence environment.
• Experience facilitating Change Control Boards and Risk Management Meetings.
• Requirements management experience, including the use of DOORS.
• Experience developing system design and detailed design documentation.
• Knowledge of Systems Safety principles and WHS planning.
• Experience supporting complex Defence platform or sustainment programs.

Security Clearance

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.

Benefits & Perks

• Workplace culture certified as a Great Place to Work.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 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.

Culture & Values

KBR is a People‑First company committed to zero harm and belonging. The commitment is central to the team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.