Job Location: Edinburgh, Adelaide location – We offer a range of flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, including working a 9-day fortnight.
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role Description:
The Operations Centre is the central control subsystem for the JORN Over the Horizon Radar (OTHR) system, controlling the receive and transmit subsystems, as well as being the operator interface to the system. Reporting to the Operations Centre IPT Lead, you will manage the overall subsystem engineering integration of the operations centre within the agreed project technical, cost and schedule constraints. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the Operation Centre’s multiple product variants meeting both Australian and Canadian OTHR systems’ needs. This key role will be offered on a permanent and full time basis.
Core Duties:
- Plan, conduct and test the system integration engineering activities, and manage the progress of those activities
- Liaise with Software, Mission System and ICT teams to resolve technical issues
- Lead and manage a small integration engineering team, coach and develop personnel, ensuring services provided meet business objectives
- Act as a Control Account Manager (CAM), and manage budget and delivery scope responsibilities
- Act as point of contact on system integration engineering activities, collaborate effectively and build good relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Apply ICT knowledge to achieve timely and fit for purpose delivery of required ICT
- Engage with the end user to support live test events and troubleshooting of issues encountered
Essential Skills:
- System integration and test experience in an ICT or software development environment
- A tertiary engineering or ICT degree
- People leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to manage a team and provide effective leadership, direction and motivation
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills, the ability to effectively articulate complex problems to stakeholders
- Exposure to containerisation and continuous integration pipelines
- Knowledge of systems engineering, well organised, and good attention to detail
- Whilst not essential, defence industry experience will be highly regarded
Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) and Arctic Over The Horizon Radar
The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) is a connected series of three remote over-the-horizon radars (OTHR) located in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The state-of-the-art defence radar system provides wide-area surveillance at ranges of 1,000 to 3,000 kilometres and plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) air and maritime operations, border protection, disaster relief, and rescue operations.
As the Australian Government’s Over The Horizon Radar (OTHR) industry partner for JORN, BAE Systems is looking to mobilise an exceptional team to support a ground-breaking Defence export opportunity for the nation. This is your chance to join a growing team delivering world-leading capability to the Australian and Canadian Governments.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.
We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.
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Security statement
Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.
