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Your KBR future – delivering solutions and changing the world

About KBR:

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries. 

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the Defence force.

The Opportunity:

The Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Aggregated Monitoring and Control (AM&C) Technical Lead plays a pivotal role in the comprehensive management of SATCOM AM&C engineering processes and operations. This includes the development, implementation, and maintenance of detailed engineering procedures to ensure optimal system performance and reliability. The role also involves providing strategic oversight of the engineering design lifecycle, encompassing initial concept development, system architecture, and detailed design through to testing and validation.

Additionally, the Technical Lead is responsible for managing configuration and change control processes, ensuring all modifications are executed in strict compliance with established standards and protocols. All tasks and deliverables are to be managed in alignment with schedules and milestones set by clients, as well as directives provided by system and product managers. This position demands a high level of technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to meet and exceed project objectives.

The key responsibilities of the role, but is not limited to: 

Oversee the technical management of all products and services, ensuring the implementation and operation of the SATCOM (AM&C) system and its interfaces with client systems, while exercising Technical Authority within the delegated scope.

Manage and implement the technical aspects of the business management system, including workforce and resource planning, coordinating professional development and training for technical personnel, and conducting risk and safety assessments for supported systems.

Support project standardisation by developing and maintaining templates for technical documentation, reviewing and approving technical documentation, and assisting Project Managers in defining project requirements and resolving technical issues.

Perform technical studies to refine project requirements, monitor engineering aspects of projects to ensure scope, schedule, and budget are maintained, and coordinate between resource managers to secure necessary reviews and approvals.

Influence business strategy to address internal and external regulatory or compliance issues, proactively identify and resolve complex problems impacting business management and direction, and ensure alignment with overall organisational objectives.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential:

Min of 10 years engineering experience

Degree-qualified Professional Engineer eligible for registration in Australia for relevant area(s) of practice. CPEng is highly desirable.

Experience of SATCOMS or Satellite Systems Technology

Engineering Team Leadership experience

Experience of holding and exercising Technical Authority

Experience working in Software development or integration projects 

Knowledge of Systems and Software Engineering and applicable standards and process

Experience of establishing compliance and certification of assured systems.

Knowledge of Defence Technical Regulatory Framework processes

Knowledge of aviation or safety related software certification

Knowledge and experience of configuration management practices

Experience in producing plans, procedures, reports and presentations

Experience developing risk assessments

Strong focus on quality and attention to detail

Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical team members

Defence Aviation Mission Planning experience

Project and Contract Management experience

Experience in managing, training and mentoring engineers and other technical personnel

Desirable:

Strong experience and interest in C4ISREW domain and opportunities

Defence Engineering background, preferably within aviation or communications.

Defence Satellite and Tactical Communications Systems knowledge

Knowledge of Defence Aviation Safety Regulations

Knowledge of software standards such as DO-178 or DO-278, ISO/IEEE 12207 or MIL-STD-498

Knowledge of and experience with implementing System Safety standards such as MIL-STD-882

Knowledge of Defence ICT environments

Knowledge of software development methodologies(e.g. Agile, SCRUM, Spiral, Waterfall)

Network Architecture familiarity

Knowledge of Satellite Applications such as Network Management, POSIX, MONIX, Foresight.

Benefits of KBR

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

Paid Parental leave

Paid Reservist leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Discounted employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts

Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

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

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

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