Electrical Engineer

KBR, Inc.; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Specialist Engineer – Electrical Engineer to support critical Defence capability within the Long-Range Fires program in Brisbane, Australia. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge Defence projects, providing electrical engineering expertise for military communications and systems integration.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Defence engineering, knowledge of RF systems, and proficiency in CAD software. The position includes competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in electrical engineering within Defence.
• Experience integrating military C4 systems onto land platforms.
• Knowledge of RF systems and vehicle/platform networking.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex technical activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support for military C4 systems integration.
• Conduct requirements analysis, design, and implementation support.
• Produce and review technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Support prototyping and trial installations.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience within Defence

Integration of military C4 systems

Knowledge of RF and electrical power systems

Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Strong stakeholder engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

The Opportunity

KBR is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Specialist Engineer – Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of critical Defence capability within the Long-Range Fires (LRF) program.

This role will provide specialist electrical engineering expertise to support the integration of LC4 systems across a range of Australian Army platforms. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, certification, implementation and testing of military communications and electrical systems in a complex Defence environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on leading-edge Defence projects alongside highly skilled engineering professionals delivering capability outcomes for the Australian Defence Force.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support for the integration of military C4 systems onto Army platforms
• Conduct requirements analysis, design activities and implementation support
• Design RF, data and electrical cables for Defence platform integration
• Produce and review technical drawings and engineering documentation using CAD software
• Support prototyping, trial installations and platform integration activities
• Conduct Verification & Validation (V&V) activities and support certification outcomes
• Perform quality reviews of prototype manufactured cables and installations
• Support electrical and power certification activities for military C4I systems
• Use specialist test equipment to measure and validate C4 system performance
• Assist in the development of engineering reports, plans, procedures and technical documentation
• Conduct hazard analysis and support regulatory compliance activities
• Engage and collaborate with internal project teams, Defence stakeholders and industry partners
• Contribute to project planning, technical reviews and contract deliverables

As the ideal candidate you will bring

• Demonstrated experience in electrical engineering within Defence, communications or complex integrated systems environments
• Experience integrating military C4/C4I systems onto land platforms
• Knowledge of RF systems, electrical power systems and vehicle/platform networking
• Experience working with radios, amplifiers, filters, couplers, antennae and related communications equipment
• Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for technical drafting and design documentation
• Experience supporting Verification & Validation (V&V), testing and certification activities
• Strong understanding of Australian and International engineering standards and Defence requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex technical activities
• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum AGSVA NV1 Security Clearance and Australian citizenship required to be eligible.

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
• 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

Next Steps

Apply online to join our team and shape the future of Defence technology.