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Working alongside experienced engineers and technical leaders, you'll contribute to some of the nation's most advanced technology programs while continuing to grow your skills and career.\nThis is an ideal opportunity for engineers with a few years of experience looking to take the next step, as well as seasoned Systems Engineers seeking exposure to a variety of challenging projects and technologies.\nKey Responsibilities\nThe Systems Engineer's primary responsibilities include:\nWorking across a wide variety of projects across the defence domain. Opportunities to pick a particular area of focus, or gain a diverse range of experiences and skills.\nContributing to systems engineering activities across the lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification and validation\nDeveloping technical artefacts such as requirements, interface definitions, design documentation, engineering assessments and trade studies\nSupporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex engineering outcomes across a range of Defence and technology programs\nCollaborating with stakeholders, subject matter experts and project teams to solve technical challenges and support delivery objectives\nApplying systems engineering principles, processes and tools to support project execution and continuous improvement initiatives\nContributing to capability development activities including engineering governance, reviews, bids and technical innovation\nWhat you’ll bring\nTo be successful in this role you will have:\nExperience across one or more systems engineering disciplines, including requirements management, systems architecture, specialty engineering, integration, or verification & validation\nExperience working on complex engineering, technology or Defence projects\nStrong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes\nA collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams\nAn Engineering degree or equivalent relevant industry experience\nExposure to MBSE, Agile development, Defence capability domains or test automation approaches will be highly regarded\nFlexibility and ability to hit the ground running.\nNV1 security clearance and ability to handle Export Controlled information\nProficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice\nDon't meet every requirement?\nIf you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.\nAbout Lockheed Martin\nLockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. 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.\nSpecial Requirements\nApplicants 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.\nVeteran Friendly Workplace\nVeterans 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.\nEqual Opportunity\nLockheed 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.\nAs part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.\nWe are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. 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