Expression Of Interest – Systems Modeller (Digital Engineering)

Kbr; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Paid reservist leave

Income protection

Career development

Job summary

KBR is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Systems Modellers to drive modelling and simulation for Defence programs, including C4ISREW, SATCOM, Space, and Air Defence. This role focuses on MBSE-based modelling, architecture definition, and verification across lifecycle stages.

The candidate will work in Digital Engineering facilities, contribute to the Systems Integration Laboratory, and collaborate with Defence clients and partners to deliver integrated digital models and

Qualifications

• MBSE methodologies and tools proficiency.
• Experience with Defence or regulated environments.
• 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

Security clearance NV1

SysML

UML

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

CATIA Cameo

Enterprise Architect

AFSIM

ANSYS

Job description

Title

Expression of Interest – Systems Modeller (Digital Engineering)

About KBR

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.

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

KBR is executing a Digital Engineering strategy to manage complexity, leverage technical capability, and deliver speed to capability for Defence. This strategy includes enabling digital engineering environments and facilities, as well as executing Defence programs to develop, host, and integrate systems as models, architectures, or digital twins.

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Systems Modellers to play a key role in driving modelling and simulation activities for major Defence technology programs, including C4ISREW, SATCOM, Space, Air Defence, and other critical capabilities.

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