Communications Network & Data Links Engineer

About the role

The Communications Network & Data Links Engineer will support the LAND 6504 capability by developing communications architecture, tactical data link integration, and network design to meet defence and coalition requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Identify communications systems, network components, tactical data links and information exchange requirements for the LAND 6504 solution.
• Collect and analyse architecture, network design and interoperability data from Defence, industry, OEM and FMS stakeholders.
• Support integration activities with Defence, industry and coalition partners, assessing Link 16, JREAP/JDN, SATCOM and network architectures against operational needs.
• Conduct comparative capability assessments, risk and opportunity analysis, and develop engineering evidence for Combined Pass activities.

Required profile

• Minimum NV1 security clearance with ability to obtain NV2 (NV2 preferred).
• At least 6 years of relevant experience, preferably within Defence and complex acquisition projects.
• Ability to work onsite at Brindabella Business Park five days per week.

Required skills

• Experience with tactical communications systems such as Link 16 and JREAP/JDN.
• Knowledge of SATCOM, network architecture, and communications architecture development.
• Ability to produce System Architecture Documents, Interface Registers and Interface Control Documents.