SouthPAN Systems Engineering Lead

Geoscience Australia; Canberra; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Remote-friendly environment

Job summary

Geoscience Australia is seeking a Systems Engineer for the SouthPAN project in Canberra. You will work with a prime integrator to elicit needs, develop requirements and ensure successful integration of engineering specialties for a 15-year sustainment programme.

The role requires 5+ years in technical roles on large programs, including 3+ years in space/satellite/aviation contexts, and strong leadership and risk-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent (highly desirable).
• 5+ years in technical roles within large-scale development or government programs; 3+ years in space/satellite/aviation projects.
• Experience applying systems engineering principles and lifecycle management in complex projects.
• Knowledge of GNSS, SBAS, DSP and communications systems.
• Ability to lead and mentor in a collaborative environment.
• Proven capability to manage risk and ensure compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical advice on systems engineering and assurance for SouthPAN components.
• Translate project goals into engineering tasks for a small team or partners and oversee progress.
• Develop and maintain engineering processes, protocols and documentation.
• Conduct QA, verification and validation activities and analyze complex technical data.
• Manage and report specialist risks and issues; escalate when needed.
• Coordinate testing and participate in reviews with the prime integrator and ensure government assurance obligations.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.
• Prepare clear technical documentation and briefings for decision-making.
• Maintain professional expertise and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Systems engineering

stakeholder engagement

Technical leadership

Risk management

Verification & validation

Requirements engineering

Good communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Job description

Geoscience Australia is seeking a Systems Engineer for the SouthPAN project in Canberra. You will work with a prime integrator to elicit needs, develop requirements and ensure successful integration of engineering specialties for a 15-year sustainment programme.

The role requires 5+ years in technical roles on large programs, including 3+ years in space/satellite/aviation contexts, and strong leadership and risk-management skills.