Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Babcock Australasia is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to join our team, working on the Enhanced Defence High-Frequency Communications System and other advanced initiatives.

Your Role

As a Systems Engineer, you will be part of an integrated product team dedicated to providing comprehensive engineering services to support the design, delivery, and sustainment of Defence communications systems across Australia and New Zealand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced Systems Engineering: Engage in all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, including product design, system analysis, acceptance testing, and certification for both hardware and software.
• Technical Documentation: Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation and drawings within our formal engineering management system.
• System Integration & Testing: Support the integration and testing of hardware, software, and communications systems at operational sites across Australasia.
• Collaboration & Delivery: Work closely with project teams to meet timelines and quality standards, ensuring exceptional results.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion Babcock’s commitment to a safe working environment and contribute to a zero-incident safety culture.

About You:

• Qualifications & Memberships:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering accredited by the Washington Accord, or qualifications recognized for Professional Engineer Membership eligibility.
  • Member of Engineers Australia (preferably Chartered) with a commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Experience & Skills:
  • Minimum of 5 years in Defence systems engineering, with preferred experience in RF, HF, or communications systems.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of effective engagement with various stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Defence Capability Life Cycle processes and excellent computer skills.

Essential Compliance Requirements:

• Security Clearance: Eligibility for an Australian Defence Security Clearance (AGSVA NV1).
• Access: No restrictions to For Official Use Only (FOUO) materials or ITAR/EAR-controlled content.

Why Babcock?
At Babcock, we live by our principles: Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Kind, Collaborate, Be Courageous, and Own & Deliver. We foster an inclusive culture where you’ll thrive through Continuous Professional Development and contribute to sustainable engineering practices across global projects.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,500 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.  

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:  

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;  
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;  
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers; 
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Mission & Support Systems business.  

If you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.  

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au  

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks.  These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job req # 58154