Communications Engineer

Communications Engineer - NV1 Cleared

Canberra, ACT | Defence Industry Program | Long-Term Contract Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Communications Engineer to join a high-profile Defence capability program supporting the evolution of complex communications and networking architectures that underpin critical mission outcomes.

This is not a traditional network operations or support role. Instead, you will work at the intersection of s ystems engineering, communications architecture, and Defence capability development, helping shape the future design of communications systems within a complex systems-of-systems environment.

Working alongside senior Defence stakeholders, engineers, and architects, you will contribute to the development of communications standards, architecture products, interoperability frameworks, and technical guidance supporting next-generation Defence capabilities.

What You'll Be Doing

* Develop architecture views, design guidance, and standards relating to Wide Area Networks (WAN), routing, transport technologies, and communications systems

* Contribute to the design and evolution of complex communications architectures supporting large-scale integrated environments

* Analyse and assess routing protocols, network standards, SATCOM, and RF technologies to support interoperability and capability outcomes

* Produce architecture artefacts, technical documentation, and visualisations to support engineering decisions and stakeholder engagement

* Apply systems engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to complex communications challenges

* Support integration planning, capability development activities, and enterprise-level design initiatives

* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, architecture, and capability development functions

* Contribute to technical briefings, governance activities, and senior stakeholder engagements within a Defence environment

Why This Role Stands Out

* Opportunity to influence future Defence communications and networking capabilities

* Work on complex systems-of-systems architectures rather than operational support activities

* Exposure to advanced communications technologies including WAN, SATCOM, RF, and interoperability frameworks

* Engage with senior Defence stakeholders and capability development teams

* Join a program delivering critical outcomes within Australia's Defence industry ecosystem

What We're Looking For

* Strong experience in communications engineering, network architecture, or systems engineering environments

* Deep understanding of WAN technologies, routing protocols, transport mechanisms, and communications standards

* Experience working with SATCOM, RF technologies, or related communications systems

* Ability to translate complex technical concepts into architecture views, standards, design guidance, and technical artefacts

* Experience applying systems engineering methodologies to large and complex environments

* Exposure to architecture frameworks such as DoDAF, NAF, or similar structured modelling approaches

* Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

* Experience operating within multi-stakeholder or highly regulated environments

Highly Desirable

* Defence, National Security, or Defence Industry experience

* Experience within C4ISR, communications, or systems integration programs

* Knowledge of NATO, coalition, or interoperability standards

* Experience with MBSE and architecture modelling tools

* Understanding of communications operations in contested, degraded, or constrained environments

* Experience supporting governance processes, technical reviews, and senior-level briefings

Security Requirements

Current NV1 Security Clearance is mandatory.

Candidates holding a higher clearance, including PV, are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Communications Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, influencing future capability outcomes, and working on some of Australia's most advanced communications and systems engineering programs.