Senior Technical Advisor leading Digital Engineering capability uplift for Defence programs. Collaborating with domain specialists to enhance engineering maturity using MBSE tools and methodologies.
Responsibilities
Drive Digital Engineering capability uplift by developing frameworks, models and processes within the Engineering Management System (EMS).
Capture and embed end-to-end systems engineering best practice aligned to KBR strategy and growth roadmaps.
Develop and integrate Mission Engineering models and simulations using MBSE tools across both capture and program delivery phases.
Define end-to-end architecture solutions aligned to Defence standards, technology roadmaps and business requirements.
Strengthen KBR’s Digital Engineering knowledge base through reusable models, artefacts and environment enhancements.
Collaborate with Defence clients, industry partners and project teams to shape system architectures and technical strategies.
Ensure compliance with key Defence standards (ASDEFCON, MIL-STD-881, ISO/IEC 15288) and cybersecurity requirements.
Integrate supplier and customer models into enterprise-level system architectures.
Deliver clear technical documentation, reporting and continuous improvement across digital engineering environments and infrastructure.
Requirements
Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline, with relevant professional certifications.
8+ years’ Systems Engineering experience, including digital design and integration in complex environments.
Demonstrated systems architecture development within Defence, aerospace or other regulated industries.
Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycles (Waterfall, Agile, Spiral) and digital engineering principles, including Minimal Viable Capability and Speed to Capability drivers.
Advanced proficiency in MBSE methodologies and tools (SysML, UML), with experience across DoDAF, MODAF or NAF frameworks.
Proven ability to capture operational concepts as models and translate stakeholder inputs into high-value engineering artefacts (processes, procedures, guidance).
Experience managing configuration, baselines and engineering change.
Working knowledge of system safety, cyber security and configuration management disciplines.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex systems to non-technical stakeholders.
Experience mentoring teams in digital engineering, systems thinking and model governance.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1 or higher).
Benefits
Flexible working conditions
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid Parental leave
Paid Reservist leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
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