Engineering Specialist

Engineering Specialist - Air Traffic Management System

Location: Sydney

Essential: Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government National Security Clearance at NV1 level

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a major Australian Government-owned organisation responsible for delivering critical aviation infrastructure and technology services across the country.

The organisation is undertaking a significant technology modernisation program, replacing existing Air Traffic Management systems with advanced solutions that process and display real-time aviation information across major Australian airports.

We are seeking two Engineering Specialists to support the design, integration, testing and implementation of these mission-critical systems, ensuring their technical readiness, reliability and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver systems engineering activities across the full systems development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Support system design, development, integration, installation, testing and verification.
• Develop and review technical specifications, system design documents, test plans and engineering artefacts.
• Investigate complex technical issues and implement solutions to improve system performance and reliability.
• Manage configuration, technical changes and engineering risks throughout implementation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, technical vendors and project stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Information Technology or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Demonstrated systems engineering experience across complex technology environments.
• Strong background in software systems design, integration, testing and implementation.
• Experience with quality assurance, configuration management and technical documentation.
• Ability to work with technical stakeholders, vendors and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Highly desirable: Experience with real-time systems, distributed architectures, message handling or safety-critical technology environments.
• Previous exposure to aviation, Air Traffic Management systems, DO-278A or government technology programs would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant technology transformation, working on complex, real-time systems that directly support the safety and efficiency of Australia's aviation network.

You'll work alongside specialist engineering teams on a major modernisation program, gaining exposure to critical infrastructure and advanced systems engineering.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.

Desired Skills and Experience Role Title: Engineering Specialist

Contract Length: 18 months

Location: Sydney

Positions Available: 2

Overview

Our client in aviation is delivering a major national Aviation System Technology Replacement Program. This program will replace an existing aviation system with a new, modern platform that processes and displays real time operational information to support safe and efficient operations.

The Engineering Specialist is a key role within the program and will provide technical and systems engineering expertise to ensure the new system meets the operational, safety, and performance standards required in a highly regulated aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform systems engineering and project tasks across acquisition and implementation phases

* Support the technical readiness of the new aviation system

* Participate in engineering review gates and governance activities

* Create, update, and review engineering artefacts and documentation

* Support system design, development, integration, testing, installation, and verification activities

* Support site installation, set to work, testing, and verification activities

* Assist with technology change processes, including configuration management and change control

* Identify, assess, and communicate technical and delivery risks

* Contribute to broader program delivery activities as required

Required Experience

* Proven experience in systems engineering or technical delivery roles on complex infrastructure programs

* Experience working on mission critical systems within regulated environments

* Background in aviation, telecommunications, defence, or similarly high assurance industries preferred

* Experience supporting design, testing, installation, and commissioning activities

* Strong documentation, stakeholder engagement, and risk management capability

Mandatory Requirements

* Australian Citizenship

* Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government National Security Clearance