Principal Engineer

About The Role:

The Principal Engineer serves as the senior technical authority for narrowband satellite communication systems within the SATCOM
Systems Program Office (SPO), with a specific focus on integration and sustainment within the Land Domain

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical assurance for narrowband SATCOM systems supporting land-based platforms and operations
• Align narrowband SATCOM technical assurance with CA-66 Land Systems project requirements
• Assign and manage Technical Authority across narrowband SATCOM sustainment and acquisition activities
• Exercise delegated authority to approve designs and certify materiel for narrowband SATCOM systems
• Maintain engineering standards, processes, and procedures aligned with both SATCOM SPO and Land Division.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for narrowband SATCOM systems in land environments.
• Provide expert technical advice to SATCOM SPO leadership and Defence stakeholders
• Drive innovation in narrowband SATCOM capabilities for land-based applications

About You:

Essential:

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Communications, Systems, or related).
• CPEng or ability to obtain within 12 months.
  
• Experience in Defence engineering, ideally in SATCOM or communications systems.
  
• Proven technical authority and assurance experience in complex environments.
  
• Strong understanding of Land Domain integration and engineering governance.
• Demonstrated risk management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
• NV2 security clearance.
  

Desirable: 

• Postgraduate qualifications in Systems Engineering or related field.
• Experience in CASG acquisition or sustainment projects.
• Familiarity with joint/coalition SATCOM interoperability standards.
• Knowledge of Land Materiel Design Acceptance and relevant Defence instructions.
• Demonstrated leadership in innovation and mentoring engineering teams.
  

If this sounds like you, wed love to hear from you.
Working in defence means being part of a team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and purpose-driven work. You'll have the chance to develop your skills, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to something that makes a real difference.

Job ID: L8W8RRV3