Systems Engineer

About JL2 Group

JL2 Group (JL2) is a team of specialists trusted by government, defence, and industry to solve complex problems, deliver high-impact outcomes, and build long-term capability. We offer Organisational Change, Program Management, Enterprise Architecture consultancy services, as well as services in systems engineering, ICT consulting, project management, government acquisition management and aviation maintenance services. Our ICT Consulting involve systems engineering and enterprise architecture to build dependable, scalable technical solutions.

Our team is made up of veterans as well as industry experienced professionals who pride themselves in the delivery of quality outcomes as we work without customers to understand and deliver on their key drivers.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Systems Engineer located in Newcastle.

This role lays the foundation or blueprint for programs, projects or systems from conception through production and into realisation. As a technical and business expert this role is concerned with the big picture of a project, in addition to details including cost, schedules, and any workability issues. The Senior Systems Engineer will be a natural collaborator and will be required interact with senior client representatives, program managers and the engineering/development team at every turn, taking the lead in facilitating the achievement of a successful system.

A successful candidate in this role will bring excellent communication skills both written and verbal, navigating complex ICT topics to a range of stakeholders. Capable of working autonomously and a self starter. Most importantly, they build and nurture genuine professional relationships across all organisational levels, connecting effectively with executives and team members alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Definition and maintenance of system requirements
• Development of architectures (logical, reference, business, information and technical) and associated artefacts
• Development of specific technical solutions to various client requirements or the resolution of technical issues
• Definition and development of architecture frameworks, statements of applicability, or System Engineering Management Plans
• Co-ordination and execution of design authority forums
• Review and analysis of technical documentation and specifications
• Development of future technology views
• Development of white papers, technical business cases and gap analysis artefacts
• Oversight and guidance to development of implementation teams
• Technical support and guidance to project and program managers. Engage with upper management regularly with reports on project status, activities, and achievements.

Skills and Abilities

• Extensive and demonstrated experience with Defence systems or closely related background with strong IS/ICT domain knowledge
• Demonstrated experience in delivering outcomes in large Defence acquisition & sustainment environments
• Proven ability to meet project milestones
• A demonstrable record in working within professional teams
• Demonstrated experience in the integration and implementation of complex Defence systems across program and project boundaries
• Extensive experience in application design and integration, cloud computing, Defence related systems MOTS, GOTS
• Demonstrated experience with various methods and notations such as, UML, BPMN, Gane & Sarson, Agile, Rational.
• Sound understanding and experience with contemporary networking and security technology, patterns, practices and implementations.
• It is highly desirable for candidates to have experience with the F-35 program.

Security Requirements

MUST be an Australian citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Australian Government Security Vetting Agency clearance of Negative Vetting 2.

** This position description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and you will be expected to perform different tasks which fit with your skills, abilities and knowledge as may be necessitated by the changing business environment and the overall objectives of the organisation.