Field Integration Support Officer

HorizonOne Recruitment; Canberra; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HorizonOne Recruitment partners with a Defence systems organisation to recruit a Field Integration Support Officer in Canberra. This hands-on role coordinates the integration, test and set-to-work of mission systems in fielded locations and at the integration facility.

You’ll travel to Australian and US sites for 10–12 weeks per year, working closely with engineers, producing test reports, and configuring network infrastructure ahead of deployment.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of the Defence environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results by managing workflow, setting priorities and meeting deadlines
• Experience leading or contributing to the routine maintenance and operational support of fielded systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the integration, test and set‑to‑work of mission systems in fielded locations and within the integration facility
• Produce accurate test reports and system documentation in line with Defence protocols
• Work with engineers to set up appropriate network infrastructure ahead of deployment and in fielded environments
• Act as the subject matter expert for set‑to‑work and ongoing field support, engaging with external stakeholders
• Support system trials where required
• Undertake in‑house training and upskilling on proprietary products and field support requirements

Job description

This organisation designs, manufactures and supports mission systems for the Australian Defence Force and international allied customers, including in the United States.

The Opportunity

This role exists to support the integration, test and set-to-work of mission systems.

You’ll sit within the Engineering department, working closely with fellow engineers rather than as a lone operator.

The role is genuinely hands‑on, with access to

• Field exposure, travelling to Australian and US sites 10-12 weeks a year to work directly on fielded systems
• Close, hands‑on work with mission systems technology, not just documentation from behind a desk
• Broad exposure across both integration facility works and real‑world fielded environments
• Working alongside a close‑knit specialist engineering team, with direct access to subject matter experts
• Structured in‑house training and upskilling on proprietary systems and field support requirements

The Role

As the Field Integration Support Officer, you’ll coordinate the integration, test and set‑to‑work of mission systems in fielded locations and within the integration facility.

You’ll be:

• Supporting the integration and test of mission systems
• Producing accurate test reports and system documentation in line with Defence protocols
• Working with other engineers to set up appropriate network infrastructure ahead of system deployment and within the fielded environment
• Acting proactively as the subject matter expert for the set‑to‑work and ongoing support of systems in the fielded environment, engaging with external stakeholders
• Supporting system trials where required
• Undertaking in‑house training and upskilling on proprietary products and field support requirements

The Ideal Person

You bring sound technical skills, a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement, and you’re genuinely willing to travel for the work rather than seeing it as a drawback.

You will bring the following skills and experience:

• Sound knowledge of the Defence environment
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results by managing workflow, setting priorities and meeting deadlines
• Experience leading or contributing to the routine maintenance and operational support of fielded systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across technical and non‑technical audiences

Salary / Rate

• $101k – $130k + Super
• Permanent, full‑time position
• On‑site, Canberra based
• Requires travel to Australian and US field sites for approximately 10-12 weeks per year

NV1 Security Clearance is required for successful applicants.

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