Systems Engineer – Defence Capability Development

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the LAND 6504 capability development for the Australian Defence Force. The role involves research, analysis, requirements development, architecture creation, and engineering management to ensure a coherent capability definition.

Key responsibilities

• Develop engineering review processes, design criteria, and support technical authority decisions.
• Analyse operational needs, create Functional Performance Specifications, and maintain requirements using DOORS.
• Produce and manage systems engineering artefacts such as Requirements Register, Architecture Products, Interface Register, and Decision Register.
• Support system architecture development, capability modelling, and engineering baselines for acquisition and sustainment planning.
• Conduct trade studies, risk assessments, and technical assessments to evaluate capability options.
• Engage with Defence, industry, OEM, and FMS stakeholders to facilitate technical discussions.
• Develop verification strategies, test plans, and acceptance frameworks to demonstrate compliance.

Required profile

• Minimum NV1 security clearance (NV2 preferred) and ability to obtain NV2.
• At least 6 years of experience in defence or complex acquisition projects.
• Willingness to work onsite at Brindabella Business Park five days a week.

Required skills

• Requirements engineering using DOORS.
• Systems engineering and architecture development.
• Verification planning and test & evaluation master planning.