Project Lead

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Canberra, Australia (ON-SITE/OFFICE)

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Department Summary:

Australia's first national security charity, we are driven by a bold vision: to harness cutting-edge science, technology, and strategic expertise to strengthen Australia's defence and security ecosystem.

Working at the intersection of government, industry, and academia, we break down silos, accelerate time to impact, and foster game-changing collaboration. As a trusted partner, MITRE | Australia is committed to driving innovation that enhances the defence and technological edge of Australia.

This is not just another role-it's an opportunity to be part of something transformative. MITRE | Australia brings the best minds together to solve the toughest security challenges, leveraging innovation to protect and defend in an increasingly complex world.

For professionals looking to make an impact while experiencing the adventure of working abroad, this is a rare opportunity. MITRE will support you and your family throughout this exciting journey.

Join us, we are A Company Unlike Any Other - People First, Mission Always -where your expertise, creativity, and drive will help build a more secure future for Australia.

Roles & Responsibilities:

MITRE | Australia is delivering transformational impact in Digital Mission Engineering (DME) and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO)-including full-spectrum Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare (C5ISREW) capabilities-critical to Australia's national defence. As Project Lead, you will guide the strategic evolution of integrated Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Mission Engineering (DME), and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) efforts that support the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and the broader Joint Force, contributing directly to Australia's most pressing national security priorities. This includes advancing beyond traditional DME by applying a full MBSE approach-enabling end-to-end capability design, analysis, and validation across complex mission threads. You will work closely with an expanding stakeholder community, including Commander Fleet Command (COMFLT), Information Warfare Force (IWFOR), Systems Program Offices (SPO), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and other Defence and industry partners, to ensure integrated, data-driven solutions that meet evolving operational needs.

In this role, you will act as a trusted technical advisor to Australian Defence stakeholders, helping shape future force design and capability decisions. You will lead a geographically distributed, multidisciplinary MITRE team and deliver high-impact outcomes in mission engineering, modeling, simulation, and spectrum-enabled mission planning.

A key aspect of this role is leveraging MITRE's deep technical bench in the United States-bringing advanced expertise, tools, and innovation to Australia's defence challenges. Through this reachback capability, you will strengthen Australia-U.S. defence collaboration and help accelerate the delivery of next-generation, non-kinetic warfighting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead MITRE's strategic projects in Electromagnetic Maneuver Warfare within Australia, managing cost, performance, and schedule to deliver impactful and innovative outcomes.
• Serve as an C5ISREW Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing critical advisory and systems engineering support to senior Australian Defence stakeholders, including key leaders within the RAN and Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG).
• Foster and maintain strategic partnerships across Australia's defence ecosystem, proactively identifying new opportunities for MITRE to drive mission impact, particularly focused on advancing C5ISREW capabilities.
• Establish foundations for enduring strategic relationships within Australian Defence, aligned with broader Australia-U.S. strategic priorities, with C5ISREW as a central pillar.
• Provide visionary leadership to influence the future strategic direction of Australia's C5ISREW and digital transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with mission-critical defence priorities.
• Collaborate across MITRE's Push to Pacific (P2P), global enterprise, and the MITRE Innovation Program (MIP) to leverage organizational expertise, align efforts with Australian national security objectives, and strengthen U.S.-Australia interoperability as a trusted connector between both governments.
• Represent MITRE externally, strategically positioning the organization as a valued partner capable of addressing complex C5ISREW-related challenges and broaden national security priorities.
• Help shape MITRE | Australia's trajectory and mission, actively supporting leadership in its growth, culture, and strategic direction, with a clear emphasis on C5ISREW as a core capability area.
• Commit to a multi-year assignment based in Canberra, Australia, directly engaging with Australian defence partners, from tactical to strategic, to achieve transformative outcomes in C5ISREW and DME.

This is a rare and impactful opportunity for professionals seeking to lead transformative C5ISREW and initiatives, build influential international relationships, and play a critical role in shaping MITRE's global presence.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, information systems, or a related technical discipline and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including experience in systems engineering, digital engineering, or non-kinetic operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas: DME, C5ISREW, EMSO, or sensor systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying systems engineering principles and methodologies to complex technical and operational challenges.
• Strong understanding of modeling and simulation practices, particularly their role in operational analysis, capability development, and acquisition planning.
• Exceptionally strong written, verbal, briefing, analytical, and organizational skills, with the proven ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, translate analytic results into actionable recommendations, and communicate effectively with senior-level decision-makers.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead and manage high-performing, geographically diverse teams in dynamic and collaborative environments involving senior government officials and a broad set of internal stakeholders.
• Proven experience consistently delivering high-quality technical products on schedule and within budget, effectively leveraging internal expertise for peer reviews and technical validation.
• Demonstrated capability to build and maintain trusted partnerships with government sponsors, translating sponsor requirements and mission needs into concrete tasks and successfully delivered solutions.
• At least two years of experience at MITRE, including a demonstrated understanding of MITRE's culture, capabilities, and processes, and evidence of leveraging established internal MITRE networks to deliver impactful results.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute expertise to support work-shaping initiatives beyond immediate project scope (e.g., department, division, or center-wide activities).
• Flexibility and willingness to live and work on-site in Canberra, Australia, with a multi-year assignment commitment.
• Possession of an active U.S. TOP SECRET//SCI security clearance, and the ability to maintain it.
  This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a closely related technical discipline
• In-depth operational knowledge of C5ISREW or non-kinetic operations in joint or maritime environments.
• In-depth operational and technical knowledge of AC2 enabled Kinetic/Non-Kinetic operations in maritime environments.
• Experience with MODSIM support to SIMEX, WEPTAC level events
• Direct experience collaborating with maritime EW communities, with a strong understanding of their operational priorities, mission contexts, and emerging challenges.
• Demonstrated success in leading capability-based assessments (CBAs), gap analyses, technology road mapping, or Concept of Employment (CONEMP) development for defence applications.
• Experience integrating modeling and simulation (M&S) or digital engineering products into system design, acquisition planning, or capability development workflows.
• Demonstrated understanding of complex processes associated with partner/ally security/information exchange requirements.
• Demonstrated understanding of ITAR and Export Control requirements, with practical experience navigating compliance in multinational defence collaboration and technology transfer scenarios.
• Experience working with or within the Australian Defence Force (ADF), Five Eyes partners, or allied defence organizations, with cultural and operational familiarity.
• Proven ability to shape and lead strategic initiatives involving multiple sponsors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and international stakeholders.
• Experience actively shaping project outcomes through close collaboration with senior defence sponsors and internal MITRE stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior military and government decision-makers, particularly in C5ISREW, systems engineering, or strategic mission engineering.
• International professional experience, including in Australia or allied government/defence environments.
• Strong mentorship and workforce development track record, especially in supporting local talent pipelines and long-term capability growth.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI

Work Location Type:

Onsite

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