Role Description
This role delivers integrated Network Technician and Software Engineering support for ICT capabilities within a Defence operational environment. It focuses on the sustainment, governance, assurance, and capability integration of 4SQN ICT systems, including Tactical Data Links and core mission systems. The position supports both operational and project‐based activities, ensuring ICT systems remain compliant, interoperable, and mission‐ready. It involves close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, program offices, and industry partners to deliver and sustain critical capabilities across the capability lifecycle, including Prove, Test and Evaluate (PT&E) phases.
The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders at all levels, build strong working relationships, and act as a key point of contact for ICT operational support, engineering activities, and system governance. This full‐time position is based at Williamtown, near Newcastle.
Day to Day Tasks
* Act as a key point of contact for operational ICT support, engaging with Defence stakeholders, NETTECHs, CCT personnel, and industry partners
* Deliver ICT training and mentorship to support workforce capability development
* Provide operational support and sustainment for the 4SQN ICT fleet, ensuring system availability and performance
* Support governance, policy, and compliance activities aligned with CASG BMS and Defence requirements
* Manage sustainment and PT&E activities for operational and trial ICT capabilities in collaboration with relevant SPOs
* Coordinate vendor support and sustainment arrangements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
* Manage fleet training, sustainment planning, and capability delivery for program‐level ICT systems
* Maintain control of cryptographic material and coordinate technical maintenance activities
* Ensure system conformance, ATO, and compliance with MIL-STD and accreditation frameworks for ICT systems
* Conduct Verification and Validation (V&V) and support system integration and interoperability activities
* Coordinate defect management (RODUM) and develop user requirements to address capability gaps and enhancements
Essential Requirements
* Experienced ICT professional with Network Technician and/or Software Engineering expertise, operating effectively in complex Defence environments
* Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
* Strong knowledge of ICT sustainment, system assurance, governance, and life‐cycle management, including accreditation and compliance frameworks
* Demonstrated experience in V&V, system compliance (e.g., MIL-STD), and Authorities to Operate (ATO)
* Experience supporting ICT sustainment, PT&E, system integration, and capability enhancement activities
* Sound understanding of Defence governance and procurement frameworks (e.g., CASG BMS, ERP, NDS)
* Proven ability to engage and collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and industry, applying a practical, risk‐based approach
* Experience working with secure ICT systems and managing cryptographic materials
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and advisory outputs
Required Security Clearance Level
Eligibility to hold and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (NV2)
Location
RAAF Base Williamtown / Newcastle
Weekly Hours
40 Hours (Monday-Friday) Onsite
Compensation Details
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‐faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* Paid time off and holidays
* Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
* Educational reimbursement
* Parental leave
* Employee stock purchase plan
* Tax‐saving options
* Disability and life insurance
* Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‐O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‐income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
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