Expression of Interest – Systems Modeller (Digital Engineering)

KBR; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Systems Modeller in Australia to capture and model concepts, requirements, and designs for complex Defence programs. You will develop MBSE architectures and ensure traceability across lifecycle phases, from requirements to verification.

Essential qualifications include a degree in Systems Engineering or Computer Science, 5+ years in digital systems design, and NV1 or higher clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in digital systems design and integration.
• Proven experience in systems architecture development within Defence or regulated environments.
• Strong proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML).
• Eligibility for Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1 or higher).

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate mission engineering models and simulations using MBSE tools.
• Define end-to-end architecture solutions aligned with technology standards and roadmaps.
• Collaborate to mature capability enablement through environment design, model development, and reporting.
• Validate and integrate externally sourced models into system or enterprise frameworks.
• Enhance KBR’s Digital Engineering knowledge base through reusable artefacts and configuration scripts.
• Engage with Defence clients, project teams, and industry partners to define architecture strategies.
• Manage configuration and databases for digital engineering toolchains.
• Ensure compliance with Defence standards and cybersecurity protocols.
• Deliver technical documentation and reporting on modelling activities.

Skills

MBSE

SysML/UML

Security clearance NV1

Agile/SAFe

Defence domain experience

Education

Systems Engineering or Computer Science

Postgraduate qualifications (CPEng/ACS)

Tools

CATIA Cameo

Enterprise Architect

AFSIM

ANSYS

Job description

Expression of Interest – Systems Modeller (Digital Engineering)

About KBR: 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. 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.

Role Overview

As a Systems Modeller, you will:

• Capture and model concepts, requirements, and designs for complex Defence programs.
• Perform Mission Engineering using mission threads and scenarios to support modelling in the customer problem space.
• Develop and sustain MBSE architectures using tools such as CATIA Cameo, Enterprise Architect, AFSIM, or ANSYS.
• Ensure integration and traceability across lifecycle phases, from requirements through to verification.
• Contribute to the growth and enablement of Digital Engineering Infrastructure, including the Systems Integration Laboratory and virtual collaboration environments.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and integrate mission engineering models and simulations using MBSE tools.
• Define end-to-end architecture solutions aligned with technology standards and roadmaps.
• Collaborate to mature capability enablement through environment design, model development, and reporting.
• Validate and integrate externally sourced models into system or enterprise frameworks.
• Enhance KBR’s Digital Engineering knowledge base through reusable artefacts and configuration scripts.
• Engage with Defence clients, project teams, and industry partners to define architecture strategies.
• Manage configuration and databases for digital engineering toolchains.
• Ensure compliance with Defence standards and cybersecurity protocols.
• Deliver technical documentation and reporting on modelling activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in digital systems design and integration.
• Proven experience in systems architecture development within Defence or regulated environments.
• Strong proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML).
• Eligibility for Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1 or higher).

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications and professional recognition (CPEng, ACS).
• Experience in innovation, capability development, and Agile/SAFe frameworks.
• Familiarity with DevOps, coding languages (Python, JavaScript), and secure systems design.

Benefits of KBR

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
• Flexible working conditions
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Reservist leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Discounted employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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.

About KBR (continued)

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.