Electronic Observer

Leidos Australia; Darwin; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Career progression pathways

Job summary

Leidos Australia is seeking an Electronic Observer to conduct civil maritime surveillance from deep within a modified airliner. You will be part of a mission-driven team ensuring safety and operational success while working in diverse environments across Australia.

This role demands commitment, integrity, and an ability to comply with health standards. Training will take place in Darwin or Broome, ensuring you are fully equipped for the responsibilities of the position.

Applications close on July 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be an Australian Citizen.
• Willing to obtain a baseline AGSVA security clearance.
• Ability to undergo a 16-week training program in Darwin or Broome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct civil maritime surveillance operations while onboard aircraft.
• Capture and distribute critical data and intelligence.
• Work with a team and report to the Electronic Mission Coordinator.

Skills

Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent

Intermediate experience with computer and IT systems

Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Acceptable health and fitness

Job description

Description

Electronic Observer

• Located in Darwin or Broome this position offers 6 weeks annual leave.
• Career progression pathways include Electronic Mission Coordinator.
• We’re a ‘Family Friendly’ certified workplace – we understand the diverse roles our team members need to play within their own unique family setting and actively support them.

Do Work That Matters

At Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia, we do more than fly, we safeguard borders and save lives. As a trusted partner to the Australian Government, we lead critical airborne special missions, from border surveillance to life‑saving search‑and‑rescue operations, covering over 10% of the Earth’s surface. In addition to our aviation bases across Australia and the Indian Ocean Territories, we operate a 24/7 Operations Centre, Systems Integration Lab and Mission Equipment Service Centre to ensure mission success. We collaborate with local SMEs to prototype and test advanced mission management systems, integrating cutting‑edge ISR technology.

Join our team and be part of a mission‑driven organisation protecting national interests, saving lives, and working with industry‑leading technology and expertise.

Your New Role And Responsibilities

As an Airborne Surveillance Observer (EO), you’ll work onboard a highly modified regional turboprop airliner equipped with advanced surveillance and mission systems.

Reporting to the Electronic Mission Coordinator while airborne and working closely with a skilled team, you’ll conduct civil maritime surveillance operations, ensuring that critical data and intelligence are accurately captured and securely distributed to clients and stakeholders.

These roles operate in predominantly airborne aviation environments with various weather conditions and involve flying and/or deployments across various locations in Australia and the Pacific.

Please Note

• Training for this role will commence in Darwin or Broome from the start date and run for 16 weeks. No extended leave out of the norm is available during this time.
• The Electronic Observer position is covered under Surveillance AU Pilot & Observer Enterprise Agreement 2024‑2028.

What You’ll Bring To Make An Impact

• Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent.
• Intermediate level of experience with computer and IT systems.
• Able to commit to 16 weeks of training based in Darwin or Broome.
• Acceptable level of health and fitness in accordance with the pre‑employment medical and Civil Aviation Safety Authority medical standards.
• Commitment to working in a safe manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, as part of a team, build and maintain relationships and have a high level of personal and professional integrity and confidentiality.

Applications close COB 10th July 2026

Applications close COB 10th July 2026.

Eligibility and Security Clearance

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and willing to obtain and hold a baseline AGSVA security clearance as well as a Employment Suitability Screening check.

Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose

Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network, Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride+) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests, and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.