Title:

Systems Engineer

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Mission and Scope
This role supports the development and management of technical investigations and instructions for
platform systems. Key responsibilities include participating in engineering design reviews, leading
upgrade projects, and ensuring compliance with certification standards and industry practices. The role
requires a degree in engineering or a related field, along with demonstrated experience in systems
engineering management, configuration management, and risk management. Knowledge of contracting
frameworks, verification and validation planning, and security clearance are also essential. Additionally,
the role will involve mentoring team members and maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers.
 

Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the role will include, but is not limited to:
• Undertake  and  oversee  the  development  of  Technical  Investigations  and  Technical  Instructions
relating to platform systems, including the verification and validation of technical data.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to develop design requirements in the context of engineering
change management and configuration management relating to Mechanical and Electrical platform
systems.
• Act as a Design Acceptance Representative, participate in Engineering design Reviews and the
development of Engineering Support Reports.
• Act as the lead for considerable upgrade projects on behalf of client.
• Work both within and to the requirements of the Authorised Engineering Organisation.
• Work to the requirements of Contractor Engineering Management Plan.
• Act as a Design Acceptance Representative for CoA.
• Assist with preparation and/or review of work instructions and maintenance schedules.
• Conducting  work  to  a  high  standard,  including  work  on  engineering  reports  and  design  contract
documents.
• Working within Certification Standards and established industry practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customer and supplier contacts.
• Provide guidance, mentorship and assistance to team members including graduate levels as and
when required.
• Other duties as directed.
 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience
• Degree qualified, Chartered Professional Engineer
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute Systems Engineering Management Plans.
• Hands-on experience in configuration management practice.
• Experience in risk management.
• Experience in Verification and Validation (V&V) planning and test execution.
• Must have NV1 Security Clearance or higher.

What we will offer you:

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To WorkFlexible workingCompetitive salary (including annual reviews)Paid parental leaveIncome protectionCorporate rewardsSalary packaging/Novated leasingEmployee stock purchase plansFlu shots, skin checks, and discounted private health insuranceCareer development: Online learning, mentorship, and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an NV1 AGSVA security clearance will be required, and compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is mandatory.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.