Countermeasures Engineer (Defence Electronics & RF Systems)

KBR, Inc.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots and skin checks

Career development

Job summary

KBR Australia seeks a Countermeasures Engineer (Defence Electronics & RF Systems) to join its Defence engineering team in Adelaide. Working with Defence personnel and industry partners, you will review designs, verify test evidence, and support release of Mission Fills in accordance with regulatory frameworks.

This role offers exposure to specialised Defence programs and may involve travel. The ideal candidate will hold an Accredited Bachelor's in Engineering, have at least three years

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum three years' relevant post-graduate engineering experience.
• Technical Proficiency Level 4, or ability to immediately attain.
• Experience in Systems Engineering within Defence projects operating under the One Defence Capability System.
• Experience within Defence Joint or Land domains during the past five years.
• Experience in the design, integration, or support of RF, communications, electronic warfare, or related systems.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or ability to achieve.
• Australian citizenship and a current NV1 Security Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain NV2 if required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering design reviews of Force Protection Electronic Countermeasure (FPECM) Mission Fills.
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of laboratory and field-based testing activities.
• Review and assess technical documentation, verification evidence, and engineering artefacts.
• Exercise delegated technical authority within approved Defence engineering frameworks.
• Perform Technical Data Assessments of system data and engineering packages.
• Support the continuous improvement and maintenance of the LCRC Engineering Management System.
• Collaborate with Mission Fill developers and stakeholders to ensure compliance with Defence engineering, safety, and assurance requirements.
• Contribute technical expertise to field trials and capability verification activities.
• Support engineering governance, technical certification, and approval processes.
• Promote safe engineering practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Systems engineering

Defence engineering knowledge

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Accredited)

Job description

Countermeasures Engineer (Defence Electronics & RF Systems)

At KBR – We do things that matter

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver. Think.KBR.com

KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future. Learn more about KBR in Australia

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity

Working alongside Defence personnel, industry partners, and engineering specialists, you will support the design review, verification, testing, and release of electronic countermeasure Mission Fills in accordance with Defence technical regulatory frameworks and engineering governance processes. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining the Engineering Management System (EMS), reviewing technical documentation, supporting test and evaluation activities, and ensuring mission-critical capabilities meet Defence standards and operational requirements. This role offers exposure to highly specialised Defence technology programs and may involve domestic and international travel to support testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering design reviews of Force Protection Electronic Countermeasure (FPECM) Mission Fills.
• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of laboratory and field-based testing activities.
• Review and assess technical documentation, verification evidence, and engineering artefacts.
• Exercise delegated technical authority within approved Defence engineering frameworks.
• Perform Technical Data Assessments of system data and engineering packages.
• Support the continuous improvement and maintenance of the LCRC Engineering Management System.
• Collaborate with Mission Fill developers and stakeholders to ensure compliance with Defence engineering, safety, and assurance requirements.
• Contribute technical expertise to field trials and capability verification activities.
• Support engineering governance, technical certification, and approval processes.
• Promote safe engineering practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

As The Ideal Candidate You Will Bring

A background as an experienced systems or communications engineer with strong Defence engineering knowledge and a passion for delivering operational capability. You thrive in technically complex environments and can engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Minimum three years' relevant post-graduate engineering experience.
• Technical Proficiency Level 4, or ability to immediately attain.
• Experience in Systems Engineering within Defence projects operating under the One Defence Capability System.
• Experience within Defence Joint or Land domains during the past five years.
• Experience in the design, integration, or support of RF, communications, electronic warfare, or related systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or ability to achieve.
• Experience supporting acquisition, delivery, or introduction into service of Defence communications or RF systems.
• Experience planning and executing Test & Evaluation activities, including DT&E and AT&E.
• Experience working within Defence engineering management, governance, and certification frameworks.
• Must have Australian citizenship and a current NV1 Security Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain NV2 if required.

What We Will Offer You

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• 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

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies:

KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.