Systems Engineer

Rtx; Cockburn; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Australia is seeking a bright and energised Systems Engineer to join the In-Service Integrated Project Team. You will work on submarine combat system development, implementation and certification, engaging with stakeholders across the project to introduce new technology to Australia’s submarine fleet.

The role reports to the In-Service Deputy Program Manager and involves high-calibre engineering activities, collaboration, and opportunities for growth in an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Systems Engineering disciplines including requirements, analysis, design, integration and verification across electrical, electronic, mechanical, communication, software or combat/RF systems.
• Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders at client, peer, supplier and leadership levels.
• Knowledge of project milestones and ability to work autonomously to deliver on schedule.
• Eligible to travel as required for role.
• Eligible for Australian Defence Security Clearance to Negative Vetting 1 level.

Responsibilities

• Support combat system design and integration activities.
• Provide engineering support for installation and troubleshooting of combat and communication systems.
• Lead shore and platform verification activities with key stakeholders.
• Support design certification against top-level system specifications.
• Perform technical risk analyses.
• Run major lifecycle reviews including peer, design and test readiness reviews.
• Mentor junior team members in systems engineering methods and tools.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Stakeholder collaboration

Autonomous delivery

Travel availability

Defence clearance eligible

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft

Jira

Confluence

Linux

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-05

Country:

Australia

Location:

AU-WA-HENDERSON-001 ~ 1 Mcgrath Rd ~ MCGRATH

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

• Work with an experienced team on the nation’s most complex engineering programs.


• Be valued and empowered to reach your full potential, supported by an inclusive culture.


• Gain hands‑on experience from concept to delivery Learn from the best in a high calibre team with great benefits and professional development.
  

Your mission starts here at Raytheon Australia! Right now, we are seeking a bright and energised Systems Engineer. Join our team of outstanding people with expertise across a wide variety of disciplines and position yourself at the forefront of tomorrow’s capabilities.

This role is for a Systems Engineer within the In‑Service Integrated Project Team. Reporting directly to the In‑Service Deputy Program Manager, you will join an exciting project focused new and innovative engineering activities focused on Submarine Combat System development, implementation and certification. As a proactive and collaborative engineer, you will engage directly with key stakeholders as you work to introduce new technology to Australia's submarine fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Combat System design and integration activities.


• Provide engineering support of Installation and Set To work activities of Combat and Communication Systems.


• Lead shore and platform formal verification activities with key stakeholders.


• Support the production of Design Certification against top level system specifications.


• Technical risk analysis.


• Running major reviews throughout the lifecycle, including peer reviews, preliminary and detailed design reviews and test readiness reviews.


• Mentor junior team members to build team skills in systems engineering methodology, as well as the required tools and procedures

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Degree qualified in System Engineering disciplines, involving one or more of the following: requirements definition, requirements management, analysis, design, integration and verification in one or more of the following engineering fields: Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Communication, Software and/or Combat/RF Systems.


• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with stakeholders at client, peer, supplier and senior leadership levels.


• Knowledge of project management milestones coupled with the ability to work autonomously or with minimal supervision to deliver completed work according to scheduled commitments.


• Available to undertake travel where necessary to meet requirements of the role.


• Applicants must be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to Negative Vetting 1 level.

Desirable

• Experience working within defence or a highly regulated industry.


• Experience with Microsoft and Atlassian tool suites (Teams, JIRA, Confluence, etc).


• Experience working with communications systems would be an advantage (HF/ UHF/ SATCOM etc).


• Experience in ILS, Production, Systems Safety and Configuration Management.


• Knowledge and experience in the use of PLM tools.


• Experience with scientific or engineering documentation and test engineering processes and procedures.


• Experience with Linux operating systems, networking and technical problem solving.


• Eligibility to hold Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) standing and a level of Design Authority delegation to support system Design Certification activities

In return, we will support you with access to best practice tools, systems and processes while continually investing in your growth by providing tailored learning and development opportunities.

This is your opportunity to join the brightest minds in the nation working for the mission on leading‑edge technology to deliver Australia’s most significant Defence capabilities.