ICT Systems Engineer

Leidos Australia; City of Knox; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex Your Way

Headspace & MeQuilibrium

120,000 on-demand courses

Impactful projects

Career development

Job summary

Leidos Australia is seeking a talented engineer to contribute to its Land and Sea Systems line of business by delivering outcomes that matter. You will work with the Technical Lead to understand priorities, solve problems and support delivery of SEA1770.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and experience in ICT infrastructure, defence cyber security frameworks, and software integration across complex hardware and mission systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems, Telecommunications/Networks, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting ICT infrastructure and platforms, including Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and cyber security controls.
• Working knowledge of Defence ICT cyber security accreditation frameworks and security governance requirements.
• Experience deploying, integrating, and managing software applications across complex hardware and mission systems.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering and Integrated Logistics Support principles to support capability sustainment and enhancement.
• Experience producing engineering documentation, managing technical change, and identifying and mitigating cyber security risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and support mission system software baselines, including software imaging, application testing, interface testing, and security patching.
• Ensure effective integration and performance across mission system elements supporting Royal Australian Navy capabilities.
• Investigate and resolve complex system defects using a whole‑of‑system engineering approach.
• Contribute to Security Accreditation activities within the Defence ICT Cyber Security Accreditation Framework.
• Design, implement and document technical solutions, system configurations and engineering processes.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance teams and end users while supporting capability enhancements and mentoring junior engineers.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems, Telecommunications/Networks, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related Engineering discipline

Job description

About Leidos Australia

At Leidos Australia, our work goes beyond a job title. We design, build, operate and support the systems, services and capabilities that help protect and advance the Australian way of life.

Description

At Leidos Australia, our work goes beyond a job title. We design, build, operate and support the systems, services and capabilities that help protect and advance the Australian way of life.

Backed by a global organisation of more than 40,000 people, our Australian team of around 2,000 has partnered with government, defence and national security customers for more than 30 years. We deliver mission‑critical solutions where reliability, trust and purpose matter.

Benefits

• Flex Your Way – Tailor work to your life with options including Life Days (up to 12 extra days off per year), part‑time arrangements, job sharing, and compressed hours.


• Wellbeing That Matters – Free access to Headspace and MeQuilibrium, plus dedicated wellness spaces to support your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.


• Learn Without Limits – Access over 120,000 on‑demand courses, alongside technical, project management, leadership, and professional development opportunities.


• Work That Makes an Impact – Contribute to nationally significant projects that matter, solve complex challenges, and accelerate your career through unique growth opportunities.


• Build Your Future – Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’ll invest in your development every step of the way.


• And Much More – These are just a few of the ways we invest in our people and help them thrive.

About The Team

You’ll join a team where people work with integrity, inclusion, innovation, agility, collaboration and commitment. In practice, that means sharing ownership, solving complex problems together and staying connected to the customer context, the purpose behind the work and how each role contributes to meaningful outcomes.

We deliver prime systems integration projects which build, develop and support military solutions for Defence. The team focuses on leveraging our local engineering, our services expertise, and global products to bring new capabilities to the Australian Defence Force.

The Opportunity

This role is an opportunity to contribute to our Land and Sea Systems line of business by delivering outcomes that matter. You will work with the Technical Lead to understand priorities, solve problems and support delivery of SEA1770.

In This Role, You Will

• Develop, maintain and support mission system software baselines, including software imaging, application testing, interface testing, and security patching.


• Ensure effective integration and performance across mission system elements supporting Royal Australian Navy capabilities.


• Investigate and resolve complex system defects using a whole‑of‑system engineering approach.


• Contribute to Security Accreditation activities within the Defence ICT Cyber Security Accreditation Framework.


• Design, implement and document technical solutions, system configurations and engineering processes.


• Provide technical guidance to maintenance teams and end users while supporting capability enhancements and mentoring junior engineers.

About You

We are looking for someone who brings judgement, curiosity and a collaborative approach to work that matters.

Essential For This Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems, Telecommunications/Networks, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related Engineering discipline.


• Experience supporting ICT infrastructure and platforms, including Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and cyber security controls.


• Working knowledge of Defence ICT cyber security accreditation frameworks and security governance requirements.


• Experience deploying, integrating, and managing software applications across complex hardware and mission systems.


• Understanding of Systems Engineering and Integrated Logistics Support principles to support capability sustainment and enhancement.


• Experience producing engineering documentation, managing technical change, and identifying and mitigating cyber security risks.

Advantageous, But Not Essential

• Experience within a Defence, Government, or critical systems environment.

This role requires the successful applicant to be an Australian citizen and be eligible to obtain Baseline security clearance.

What To Expect When You Apply

Our hiring process is designed to be straightforward, respectful and easy to navigate. If your skills, experience and qualifications look aligned with the role, our Talent Acquisition team will contact you to discuss the next stage. You can expect:

• An initial conversation with our Talent Acquisition team


• An interview with the hiring manager or interview panel


• Any role‑specific assessment, technical discussion or customer step required for the position

We’ll let you know what to expect before each stage, including who you’ll meet and how to prepare. If you need any adjustments or support during the process, please let us know.

Pay Range

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment‑related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment‑related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [e-mail].

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

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.