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Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About The OPPORTUNITY
We have an excellent opportunity for a Communications Systems Engineer to join our team within HCFP based in Adelaide.
In this role, you will be required to travel (few times a year) to different HCFP and OEM Offices in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.
The Communications Systems Engineer works with suppliers / Government Furnished Assets OEM to define and agree the solutions for individual subsystems within the overall Hunter communications system, including the design of the installation on the ship.
More Specifically, You Will
Participate in and support other areas of the Combat Systems Integrated Product TeamReview documents from suppliers and incorporate that into our designWork with suppliers to guide solutions and to define interfaces to the ship and other subsystems.Maintain functional and physical data in the Hunter Integrated Architecture Framework.Coordinate engineering inputs for development of the Land Based Test Site technical solution.Be the subject matter expert for individual subsystems.
About YOU
Proven background in System Engineering, Integration, Test and V&V.Background in Military Communications, RAN or RN communications, voice / data / network / radio products is desirable.Membership with Engineers Australia (MIEAust) – Professional Engineer, or eligibility to obtainKnowledge of appropriate engineering development methodologies, of supplier technical management / liaison.Good understanding of the engineering processes and tools used on the Hunter Class Frigate project (DOORS, System Architect, Windchill).Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations.
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the Benchmarcx ‘Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026′. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.