Overview
Located in Darwin or Broome, this role offers 6 weeks of annual leave and is part of Leidos Airborne Solutions Australia's mission‐driven team. The Electronic Observer will operate in a highly modified regional turboprop airliner equipped with advanced surveillance and mission systems, helping secure borders and save lives across Australia and the Pacific.
Responsibilities
* Operate and monitor advanced surveillance and mission systems onboard the aircraft.
* Conduct civil maritime surveillance operations, ensuring that critical data and intelligence are accurately captured and securely distributed to clients and stakeholders.
* Report to the Electronic Mission Coordinator while airborne and collaborate closely with the on‐board team.
* Perform duties in predominantly airborne aviation environments with varying weather conditions and across multiple locations in Australia and the Pacific.
* Complete a 16‐week training program in Darwin or Broome, after which flight and deployment responsibilities commence.
Training
* Training will commence in Darwin or Broome from the start date and run for 16 weeks; extended leave outside of the norm is not available during this time.
* The position is covered under the Surveillance AU Pilot & Observer Enterprise Agreement 2024‐2028.
Qualifications
* Australian citizenship, over 18 years old, and willing to obtain and hold a baseline AGSVA security clearance.
* Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent.
* Intermediate experience with computers and IT systems.
* Able to commit to 16 weeks of training based in Darwin or Broome.
* Acceptable level of health and fitness in accordance with pre‐employment medical and Civil Aviation Safety Authority standards.
* Commitment to working safely.
* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, as part of a team, build and maintain relationships, and uphold personal and professional integrity and confidentiality.
Next Steps
* Apply via the links on the Careers page or through the Leidos Careers portal.
* The recruitment process typically involves 1–2 interviews, a police check, and pre‐employment medical assessment.
* Applicants may need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements; certain circumstances may limit persons with dual nationality, permanent residency, or former national status.
* Leidos is committed to making the recruitment process accessible; for additional support contact careers.au@au.leidos.com.
Commitment to Non‐Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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