ICT Engineer

Job Description

ICT Engineer (Systems Configuration / Surveillance Engineer)

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

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 exciting opportunity for an ICT Engineer (Systems Configuration / Integration & Test Engineer) to join our Defence Sustainment Solutions line of business based at Tonsley.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for the ICT technical solution, as a senior ICT engineer with specific skills in analysis, architecture, networking or system administration.

You will ensure ICT work is undertaken in accordance with the applicable plans, procedures or processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage identification and resolution of issues associated with the execution of ICT activities across the relevant scope of work
• Oversee a development laboratory workspace to facilitate the integration, configuration, verification and validation of hardware and software systems
• Lead the commissioning of the configured hardware and software systems at a Customer site
• Ensure collection and analysis of relevant ICT metrics to provide timely information on the status of the ICT program, taking appropriate corrective action, as required
• Manage delivery of relevant products through the engineering lifecycle
• Lead effectively a technical scope (analysis, architecture, system administration, technical support or network design)
• Work with minimal guidance
• Interface with other teams on the project ensuring that the broader project team’s needs are taken into account
• Responsible for defining and maintaining elements of the project’s plans, and performing ICT tasks in accordance with those plans

About YOU

• Degree in engineering, information technology, computer science, or other related area; or Diploma in applicable technical domain
• Significant experience in ICT, including demonstrated practical integration of ICT systems
• Proficient skills in teamwork, collaboration, facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution
• Demonstrated analysis skills, critical thinking and problem solving
• Able to interpret and clarify ambiguous requirements
• High level of ability in validating solutions against customer needs and requirements
• Extensive experience in providing guidance and expertise on the systems, applications, networks, requirements or concepts, as applicable, including to external stakeholders
• Understanding and experience of governance adherence in the initiative/project lifecycle
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• An up to date knowledge of the relevant technology for the role
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a team environment or autonomously
• Ability to partner with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to obtain the necessary deliverables
• 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.