The key duties of the position include The Role Are you looking for your next career move where you can apply your Engineering skills to some of the largest complex programs in Australia? Do you thrive working in a challenging environment where you can utilise your strong problem solving skills and stakeholder management skills? Do you value a diverse workforce that supports work life balance and offers flexible working arrangements? Secure your next role with us at Defence as an APS employee for generous employment benefits including professional learning opportunities. Land Command, Control, Communications & Computer Systems (LC4S) Branch is seeking highly motivated and skilled Engineers who are able to work independently and autonomously. They will display both initiative and judgement, enabling the interpretation of policy and the application of practices and procedures. You will be accountable under limited direction to perform and achieve complex engineering work within an integrated workforce. You will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. You will engage and communicate with stakeholders to identify, respond and provide advice on issues to achieve work unit and Defence outcomes. You will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development. An APS5 Engineer will be required to provide engineering advice to support the achievement of Technical Integrity of land military equipment and systems. They will undertake specialist, technical research and analysis, conduct reviews, assessments and perform procedural or operational support work to achieve results to meet Defence capability needs.LC4S Branch will offer mentor support and opportunities for leadership and technical skills to be built within the Defence environment. We are seeking candidates with a diverse range of experience and backgrounds in engineering, including people who have gained their experience outside Defence and Government. About our Team Land Communications & Specialist Systems (LCSS) System Program Office (SPO) under Joint Systems Division (JSD) is an exciting and complex environment, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within CASG. We are responsible for delivering both Acquisition and Sustainment of Command and Control, Communication, and Compute Systems to Army and Joint Force. We are committed to the personal and professional development of our staff, and welcome interested candidates to apply to join our team. The team is multi-disciplinary comprised of APS staff, ADF members and contractors. You will enjoy Australian Public Service conditions, which include an attractive salary package and flexible, family-friendly working arrangements. Our staff have access to flexible working hours with opportunities for part-time and home-based work. Expansive variety of Learning and Development opportunities are available through Experience (career exploration pathways, job rotation) and Exposure (Functional support, peer learning and communities of practice).Defence provides employees with the option to undertake further studies, training and a superannuation contribution of 15.4 per cent, higher than most industries, with the opportunity for you to make additional personal contributions. We are committed to the personal and professional development of our staff, and welcome interested candidates to apply to join our team. Working with us will provide you the opportunity to advance your career, whilst actively playing a role in supporting Army and ADF operations for the safety and security of all Australians. Our Ideal Candidate Land Command, Control, Communications & Computer Systems (LC4S) Branch is seeking applicants who are able to demonstrate initiative and the ability to apply established engineering principles, techniques and methods to solve problems relating to the sustainment, design, development, integration and evaluation of military equipment or other complex military systems in one of the following engineering specialisations: systems, electrical, electronics, software, mechanical, mechatronic, aerospace or communications engineering. The successful candidate will: Be able to apply technical engineering knowledge and/or experience, understand priorities to research and define issues and implement corrective actions. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders via reports, written correspondence, calculations, discussions and presentations. Build and sustain positive relationships with team members and actively participate in team work and group activities. Meet the mandatory qualifications. Final year University students are encouraged to apply, however an offer of employment cannot be made until proof of completion of a Degree, which meets the mandatory qualification requirements can be provided.
