Systems Engineer

IAG Defence and National Security; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IAG Defence & National Security is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer in Canberra to serve as the engineering and technical link between the project office and the client. The role focuses on engineering change, configuration management, and delivering upgrades while mentoring junior staff.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, lead technical investigations and design reviews, and ensure adherence to Defence program lifecycle requirements, WHS plans and safety

Qualifications

• 5+ years of systems engineering in Defence environments.
• Experience running change control boards and risk meetings.
• Experience with requirements management and DOORS.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical investigations and verification/instruction
• Develop design requirements for engineering change and configuration management
• Act as design acceptance representative and participate in design reviews
• Lead upgrade projects on behalf of the client
• Mentor team members including graduates

Skills

Systems engineering

Defence sector experience

Client liaison

Requirements management

Risk management

Tools

DOORS

Job description

Canberra, ACT Based | Requires a current AGSVA NV1 Clearance | Approximately 9-Month Engagement

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.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with a strong focus on client satisfaction, based in Canberra alongside the project client. You'll handle day-to-day communication with the client, keeping the work aligned to project goals, and act as the engineering and technical link between the project office and the client. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team on engineering change and configuration management, act as a design acceptance representative, lead upgrade projects on the client's behalf, and mentor team members, including graduates.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and oversee technical investigations and technical instructions, including verification and validation of technical data
• Develop design requirements for engineering change and configuration management within a multidisciplinary team
• Act as a design acceptance representative, taking part in engineering design reviews
• Lead considerable upgrade projects on behalf of the client
• Prepare and review engineering reports, design documentation and work instructions to certification standards
• Act as the engineering and technical liaison between the project office and the client, and mentor team members

Required

• 5+ years' systems engineering practice in a Defence environment
• Ability to run change control boards and risk management meetings
• Experience in requirements management, including DOORS
• Experience developing system design and detailed design documentation
• Experience in system safety, including developing safe ways of working and WHS plans
• Demonstrated experience delivering acquisition activities within the Defence Capability Life Cycle environment

Engagement Details

• Location: Russell Offices, Canberra, ACT
• APS6 to EL1 equivalent

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.

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.