Lead Engineer

The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership for complex, mission-critical enterprise systems operating within Defence and secure government environments. The role is responsible for system architecture, design assurance, integration oversight, technical governance, and risk management across the system lifecycle.

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Lead Engineer evaluates complex technical and operational challenges, determines appropriate engineering approaches, and ensures delivery outcomes align with organisational objectives, customer requirements, and Defence standards.

The position provides leadership and guidance to engineering teams, influences technical decision-making, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve successful program outcomes. A key focus of the role is ensuring effective knowledge transfer and capability development within Australian engineering teams.

Minimum 8 years' experience in systems engineering, enterprise ICT systems, or complex Defence environments.

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a supervisor/leadership role.

Demonstrated experience in the design, integration, verification, validation, and sustainment of complex systems.

Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle management, enterprise system architectures, integration, verification and validation, and technical governance within Defence or mission-critical environments.

Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and manage technical risk across complex programs.

Experience leading engineering teams and providing technical direction within multidisciplinary environments.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.

Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV2 Security Clearance.

Experience working within Australian Defence programs and classified environments.

Familiarity with Defence systems engineering frameworks, standards, and assurance processes.

Experience supporting capability transition, sustainment, and knowledge transfer activities.

Experience with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate) and systems engineering methodologies.

Experience contributing to engineering governance, policy development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

INCOSE certification or equivalent professional accreditation.

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