Lead Systems Engineer

Lead Systems Engineer NSW, Garden Island Systems Engineering 17825BR About us At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here. Your responsibilities will include Shape the Future of Australia’s Naval Combat Capability We’re seeking an experienced Capability Sustainment & Development Engineer – AEGIS Combat System to help define the long‑term growth, evolution, and sustainment strategy of one of Australia’s most advanced naval combat systems. This role offers an opportunity to influence capability planning, system sustainment, and future upgrades across the Royal Australian Navy’s AEGIS-equipped fleet. You’ll combine your systems engineering expertise with a strategic outlook to develop a 5–10‑year capability roadmap, ensuring continuous enhancement, risk‑based decision‑making, and through‑life system support. In this customer‑facing and highly collaborative position, you will: Lead the continuous development and evolution of the AEGIS Combat System, steering enhancement, upgrade, and sustainment planning to deliver a capability roadmap. Conduct technical and risk‑based assessments to support long‑term planning and prioritisation. Collaborate with the Destroyer Enterprise and Defence stakeholders to align capability development with operational needs. Lead capability planning workshops, stakeholder reviews, and customer discussions on sustainment and future capability direction. Contribute to system architecture, obsolescence management, engineering change proposals (ECPs), and lifecycle support planning. Provide engineering guidance across the systems lifecycle and ensure alignment with the overall Combat System strategy. About you You’re a seasoned Systems Engineer or Capability Planner with a deep understanding of complex defence systems and a passion for shaping long‑term capability outcomes. You’ll bring Substantial experience across the systems engineering lifecycle, particularly in capability enhancement and sustainment planning. Proven ability to develop or contribute to capability roadmaps or long‑term technical strategies. Knowledge of system architecture, lifecycle management, obsolescence management, and change control processes. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience representing engineering perspectives to Defence customers. Prior experience in a Defence acquisition or sustainment environment—ideal for former ADF personnel or engineers with headquarter‑level planning exposure. A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or related engineering. An Australian NV‑1 security clearance and ability to access / handle Export Controlled technology, data and information. Special Requirements Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations. A Veteran‑friendly Workplace Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government. What we offer you When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in. Flexible work & Hybrid work options Access to our online discounts programme offering immediate discounts or cashback A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family Additional benefits such as Annual Flu Vaccinations, Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs Equal Opportunity Statement Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value. As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful. Vacancy Country Australia Vacancy Type Permanent Employee Type Full Time #J-18808-Ljbffr