Integration Engineer

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security in Canberra, ACT is seeking an experienced Integration Engineer to provide systems engineering and integration expertise across complex defence communications and technology projects. You will coordinate engineering activities supporting the integration of networks, mission systems and enabling technologies across multiple projects and acquisition phases.

You’ll work in a highly collaborative Defence environment, acting as a key engineering interface between

Qualifications

• Systems engineering experience in complex technical environments.
• Experience integrating communications networks, mission systems or enabling technologies.
• Experience developing technical baselines, engineering artefacts and integration strategies.
• Experience in configuration management.
• Experience managing technical risks across the project lifecycle.
• Background in Defence, communications networks, systems integration or complex technology delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and integration expertise across Defence projects.
• Coordinate activities that support integration of networks, mission systems and enabling technologies.
• Develop and maintain technical baselines, artefacts, and integration strategies.
• Act as engineering interface between stakeholders, ensuring understood requirements and managed risks.
• Contribute to engineering reviews and decision-making.
• Provide technical advice to support capability delivery.

Skills

Systems engineering

Integration

Technical baselines

Configuration management

Risk management

Defence domain

Job description

Canberra, ACT Based | Until 30 June 2027 (Possible Extension)

About Us

IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia. Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.

Do you have prior ADF experience? We highly value ADF experience and skills, whether as a permanent member or a reservist.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Integration Engineer to provide systems engineering and integration expertise across complex Defence communications and technology projects in Canberra. You'll coordinate the engineering activities that support the integration of communications networks, mission systems and enabling technologies, across multiple projects and acquisition phases.

You’ll work in a highly collaborative Defence environment, acting as a key engineering interface between stakeholders, and you’ll contribute to major engineering reviews and decisions. The role suits an experienced Systems Engineer, Integration Engineer, Communications Engineer or Technical Project Engineer, with a background in Defence, communications networks, systems integration or complex technology delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and integration expertise across complex Defence communications and technology projects
• Coordinate engineering activities that support the integration of communications networks, mission systems and enabling technologies across projects and acquisition phases
• Develop and maintain technical baselines, engineering artefacts, integration strategies and configuration management
• Act as a key engineering interface between stakeholders, making sure requirements are understood and technical risks are managed
• Contribute to major engineering reviews and decision-making
• Give technical advice to support delivery of capability outcomes

Required

• Systems engineering experience in complex technical environments
• Experience integrating communications networks, mission systems or enabling technologies
• Experience developing technical baselines, engineering artefacts and integration strategies
• Experience in configuration management
• Experience managing technical risks across the project lifecycle
• Background in Defence, communications networks, systems integration or complex technology delivery

Engagement Details

• Location: Canberra, ACT

What We Offer

With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, we're a tight-knit team working across some of Australia's most critical Defence and national security programs. We value expertise, collaboration and flexibility, providing our people with opportunities to contribute to meaningful and technically challenging projects.

We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time whilst you continue building a rewarding career in the Defence and national security sector. As part of IAG, you'll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals.

Most opportunities advertised by IAG Defence & National Security are subject to client approval, security validation and contractual confirmation. Employment or engagement will only be offered following successful client acceptance and completion of all required pre-engagement checks and onboarding activities.

Please Note

As this role may support a Defence program, a Defence employment moratorium period may apply to current or recently separated ADF/APS personnel seeking to move into industry roles. If you are currently serving or have recently left Defence, we'd recommend confirming your eligibility to apply before submitting.