C4I Software Development

KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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**The Opportunity**:

- Join KBR as we expand and strengthen our Land Systems Division in Melbourne We're seeking defence experienced engineering professionals (must be AGSVA security cleared) with an interest in delivering complex and meaningful projects that support Australia's defence capability. _
- This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of Australia's land systems programs and help shape the future of defence within the following branches:_
- _ Armoured Fighter Vehicle Branch _
- _Land Vehicle Systems Branch_
- _ Land Manoeuvre Systems Branch_
- _ Land Engineering Agency_

**Responsibilities**:

- Land C4I systems: Support manoeuvre, intelligence, reconnaissance, artillery, mobility, electronic warfare, logistics, and field services.
- Vehicular C4I: Provides vehicle crews with tactical maps, mission planning tools, and communications integration.
- Developing and integrating software solutions that support real-time command and control (C2) functions enabling commanders to make timely decisions based on accurate and actionable information.
- Ensuring software interoperability across multiple platforms, domains (land, air, sea, cyber), and coalition forces, facilitating seamless communication and data exchange within C4ISR systems.
- Building secure and resilient communication systems, including encryption, network management, and cyber defense features, to protect sensitive data and ensure uninterrupted connectivity in contested environments.
- Implementing data fusion and intelligence analysis capabilities using advanced algorithms and, increasingly, artificial intelligence (AI), to process vast sensor data into usable battlefield intelligence.
- Conducting software testing and validation in lab and field environments to verify performance, reliability, and compliance with military standards and operational requirements.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, system architects, cybersecurity specialists, and end-user representatives (e.g., soldiers and commanders) to ensure mission-driven software development.
- Maintaining and updating legacy and modernized C4I systems to keep pace with evolving threats, new technology insertion (e.g., cloud computing, AI, quantum communications), and changing military doctrines such as Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2).
- A bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant technical field such as computer science, software engineering, systems engineering, electrical engineering, cybersecurity, or information technology
- Experience or formal education in systems engineering and software lifecycle management tailored to military systems integration and operational requirements is important, as these systems involve complex, interoperable components and stringent security standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organisation/prioritisation skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues.

What we will offer you:

- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
- Flexible working
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
- Paid parental leave
- Income protection
- Corporate rewards
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways