Systems and Solutions Architect

Technical Fusion Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Fusion Group is seeking a Systems and Solutions Architect to lead the advancement of digital tower technologies across Canberra and Western Sydney airports. You will define system blueprints, integrate visualization, voice, flight data, weather, and sensor systems, and collaborate across software, hardware, and UX teams.

The role requires experience in ATC or aerospace domains, knowledge of microservices/cloud-native architectures, and a track record of guiding systems through safety

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in systems architecture, preferably in air traffic management, defence, or aerospace.
• Knowledge of ATC systems (tower control, flight data, voice comms, radar), flight data handling (e.g. smartSTRIPS) and sensor integration (cameras, IR, ADS‑B).
• Familiarity with microservices/cloud-native architectures.
• Experience guiding systems through safety certification.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving.
• Proven leadership in technical teams and direct collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design scalable remote digital tower solutions, integrating visualisation, voice communication, flight data, weather, lighting, and sensor systems.
• Define the system blueprint using Frequentis’ MosaiX integration platform and Integrated Controller Working Position (iCWP®).
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and UI/UX teams to ensure seamless interoperability.
• Lead detailed requirements gathering and interface specifications with Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs).
• Support the delivery lifecycle, system configuration, testing, certification, and commissioning, for Canberra and Western Sydney remote tower deployments.
• Provide technical guidance, supporting approvals and alignment with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Systems architecture

Air traffic domain

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Cloud-native

Education

Engineering/CS degree

Tools

ATC systems

smartSTRIPS

microservices

cloud-native

Job description

Our client is a leading global provider of communication and information systems for control centres tasked with safety-critical operations. The company develops and distributes advanced control centre solutions across two core sectors: Air Traffic Management (including civil and military air traffic control as well as air defence) and Public Safety & Transport (supporting police, fire and rescue services, emergency medical response, maritime, and railway operations).

We are currently seeking a Systems and Solutions Architect to join a dynamic, collaborative team leading the advancement of digital tower technologies. This role will play a key part in delivering cutting-edge digital aerodrome services as part of the major upgrades at Canberra and Western Sydney Airports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and design scalable remote digital tower solutions, integrating visualisation, voice communication, flight data, weather, lighting, and sensor systems
• Define the system blueprint using Frequentis’ MosaiX integration platform and Integrated Controller Working Position (iCWP®)
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and UI/UX teams to ensure seamless interoperability
• Lead detailed requirements gathering and interface specifications with Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs)
• Support the delivery lifecycle, system configuration, testing, certification, and commissioning, for Canberra and Western Sydney remote tower deployments
• Provide technical guidance, supporting approvals and alignment with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations
• Mentor junior engineers and liaise with stakeholders

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• Proven experience in systems architecture, preferably in air traffic management, defence, or aerospace
• Knowledge of ATC systems (tower control, flight data, voice comms, radar), flight data handling (e.g. smartSTRIPS) and sensor integration (cameras, IR, ADS‑B)
• Familiarity with microservices/cloud-native architectures
• Experience guiding systems through safety certification
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving
• Proven leadership in technical teams and direct collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative team driving innovation at the cutting edge of aviation technology.