Software Engineer

The Role

The Fires Modernisation Program is seeking an APS 6 Software Engineer to support the development and integration of NATO’s Shareable Software Suite (S4) Technology into the Fire Control System for the Australian Army’s new Self Propelled Howitzer capability, and more broadly throughout the Land Fires ecosystem as required.

In this role, you will contribute to the customisation, prototyping and verification of S4 based software components, ensuring interoperability with platform fire control architectures and Defence weapon systems. You will maintain S4 Technology environments, manage configuration and software artefacts, undertake software development and testing, and develop internal engineering tools to support system development and in service sustainment.

The position includes technical contribution to Australia’s participation in the NATO program, including analysis of S4 Problem Reports, development and verification of design solutions, conduct quality assurance through test and evaluation of products prior to cycle release, and undertake independent software audits.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer. 

About our Team

Land Systems Division’s (LSD) mission is to acquire and support capability that enables the ADF to generate and sustain deployable Land power for an integrated force, in peace and war. We aim to be agile, innovative and outcomes-focused as we collaborate closely with the Services and industry to deliver the latest equipment to maximise ADF performance. 

The Land Engineering Agency (LEA), as part of CASG, supports various Projects and Systems Program Offices (SPO) to ensure successful technical outcomes of Defence acquisition and in-service support of land materiel. LEA provides services in engineering, testing, design and development, technical data and configuration management across the Defence Capability Life Cycle. 

LSD is dedicated to providing staff with an inclusive and healthy work-life environment, and we will invest in your ongoing professional development to ensure your work with us is deeply rewarding.

Our Ideal Candidate

Working under broad guidance of the EL1 Software Engineer, you will apply software engineering development, verification and validation principles to investigate defects, analyse system behaviour, conduct requirements assessment, and provide technical advice across the software capability lifecycle. 

Strong experience in software development, software integration, and structured engineering processes is essential. A demonstrated ability to develop, test and maintain complex software is essential. 

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Mandatory Qualifications:

This engineering position requires a Bachelor of Engineering from an Australian institution, or a qualification gained elsewhere, that satisfies the requirements of the Washington Accord for recognition as a Professional Engineer.

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers