Our name isn’t the only thing that’s unique about Leidos Australia. We’re a complex systems integration company building world-class solutions across government and defence that ensure peace of mind for the entire nation. Supported by global backing from our US network, we’re trusted by our customers to deliver the most innovative answers to their most complex challenges. Seriously interesting work that benefits and safeguards every Australian. That’s where you come in.

Your new role

Leidos is managing an important Data Centre relocation for a Commonwealth customer, and we are seeking an experienced Engineering Lead to join our  team. You will be working with this key program to understand technical requirements and offer appropriate solutions. The lead will ensure program engineering performance; supporting technical solution development, and support the technical document writing.

This opportunity will also provide engineering leadership and support the Line of Business Engineering Manager, as the technical lead with commensurate delegated technical authority.

You will enjoy and thrive in the full engineering life cycle and this role see you working with engineering processes, measures and metrics.

About You

You will be a Senior Systems Engineer that is considered an expert and is ready for your next challenge to come into the business and support this high profile program. This will align well with someone from a Defence System Engineering background.

As well as bringing your extensive experience to Leidos you will be:

• A proactive problem solver / solution architect that is collaborative in your approach.
• An exceptional communicator that can build and maintain stakeholder relationships at varying levels
• Proactive in your approach with the strong ability to understand business and identify issues
• Degree qualified in a related discipline
•  Have Chartered (CPEng) status from the Institute of Engineers Australia (or International equivalent).

This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and ideally have a current NV-1 security clearance or be eligible to obtain one.

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks’ paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. Foster your career through complete access to learning and development and mentoring opportunities, we have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions. Join a company who acknowledges “People First”. 

The company’s diverse employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Leidos is an Equal Opportunity Employer.