Join MITRE | Australia's ASAP program as a Systems Engineer to contribute to national security projects with global collaboration and mentorship.
Your Role
Key responsibilities include:
* Working on priority national security projects focused on architecture design, mission assurance, digital engineering, and technology integration within the Australian context.
* Applying model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and related approaches to design and evaluate systems supporting Australia's defence, intelligence, and whole-of-government security initiatives.
* Supporting sponsor engagement activities by collaborating with technical teams, program managers, and operational users to align solutions with mission objectives and stakeholder needs.
* Building systems engineering artifacts such as architecture models, interface definitions, requirements traceability matrices, risk assessments, and decision analysis products.
* Gaining practical exposure to tools and frameworks like SysML, MagicDraw/Cameo, and digital engineering environments.
* Learning how Australian national security priorities drive capability development across Defence and Intelligence agencies.
* Collaborating with Australian-based and international teams to deepen understanding of allied engineering approaches and the MITRE ecosystem.
* Receiving structured mentorship from senior engineers in Australia and the U.S.
* Participating in a two-week immersion at MITRE's U.S. headquarters near Washington, D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts.
* Transitioning into a permanent systems engineering role at MITRE | Australia upon program completion.
About You
The company is looking for candidates with:
* A Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7 or higher) in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
* Early to mid-career experience, including recent graduates with strong academic foundations or several years of relevant professional experience.
* Working knowledge of systems engineering concepts such as requirements analysis, architecture development, lifecycle planning, and system validation.
* Exposure to or familiarity with MBSE tools and techniques (e.g., SysML, Cameo/MagicDraw, or similar platforms).
* Strong critical thinking and structured problem-solving abilities.
* Effective communication skills for collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams and conveying technical ideas clearly.
* Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV2 security clearance.
* Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including for the two-week immersion in the United States.
* Ability to work a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site.
Preferred qualifications include:
* Completion of an Honours, Master's, or PhD degree, or 5+ years of relevant post-Bachelor's professional experience.
* Hands‑on experience supporting or leading MBSE, digital engineering, or architecture modelling efforts in government, defence, or critical infrastructure domains.
* Familiarity with Australian Defence capability frameworks and acquisition processes.
* Experience contributing to complex systems architecture, interface definition, requirements traceability, or system-of-systems design.
* Knowledge of the Australian national security environment and allied collaboration through partnerships such as AUKUS or Five Eyes.
* Current NV1 or NV2 clearance, with eligibility to obtain a Positive Vetting (PV) clearance if required.
* Demonstrated ability to work across cross‑sector teams in technically and operationally complex environments.
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive benefits package.
* Exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth.
* A culture of innovation embracing adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and partnership.
Training & Development
* Structured mentorship from senior engineers in Australia and the U.S.
* Participation in a three‑month immersive program with real‑world challenges and international collaboration.
* Two‑week immersion at MITRE's U.S. headquarters for global perspective and integration into MITRE's international network.
Career Progression
* Transition into a permanent systems engineering role at MITRE | Australia after program completion.
* Opportunities to lead, innovate, and contribute long‑term to projects critical to Australia's national interest.
This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible
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