Modelling Simulation Engineer

Whizdom; Canberra; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merch pack

Same-day payments

DISP certified

Job summary

Whizdom is seeking a Modelling and Simulation Engineer in Canberra to support the development and delivery of a major capability. You will work in a client-facing environment with stakeholders, capability sponsors, delivery agencies, industry partners, OEMs and international peers to analyse, assess and validate capability solutions through modelling and simulation.

The role involves developing, executing and analysing modelling activities to inform operational or technical decisions, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Modelling and Simulation, Operational Analysis, Capability Assessment, Systems Engineering, or Defence capability development environments.
• Experience developing, executing, and analysing modelling and simulation activities to support operational or technical decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and maintain modelling and simulation requirements to support capability assessment and acquisition activities.
• Conduct threat, engagement, and operational simulations to assess capability effectiveness under representative operational conditions.
• Assess system and subsystem performance, including command and control, communications, sensors, and mission systems through modelling and simulation.

Skills

Modelling & Simulation

Operational Analysis

Systems Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a trusted partner to Australian and international public and private sector clients, they have a strong presence in Australia built on nearly three decades of delivery excellence and an unwavering commitment to safety.

About the role

As the Modelling and Simulation Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the development and delivery of a major capability. Working within a client-facing environment and collaborating with stakeholders, capability sponsors, delivery agencies, industry partners, OEMs, and international stakeholders, you will contribute to the analysis, assessment, and validation of capability solutions through modelling and simulation activities.

Role Responsibilities

• Identify Develop and maintain modelling and simulation requirements to support capability assessment and acquisition activities.
• Conduct threat, engagement, and operational simulations to assess capability effectiveness under representative operational conditions.
• Assess system and subsystem performance, including command and control, communications, sensors, and mission systems through modelling and simulation

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in Modelling and Simulation, Operational Analysis, Capability Assessment, Systems Engineering, or Defence capability development environments.
• Experience developing, executing, and analysing modelling and simulation activities to support operational or technical decision-making.

What is on offer

• Contract through to 30th June 2027, with possible extension
• Competitive hourly rate.

Security Requirements

To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current NV2 Security Clearance.

Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.

Submission closes by 2pm, Friday 16th October 2026.

Why partner with Whizdom?

We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

• We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
• We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
• We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack!