Electrical C4i Engineer Hardware
- Design, integrate, and deliver C4I systems for defence sector.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage technical risks.
- Produce and review technical documentation and support system lifecycle activities.
Defence Sector | Melbourne | NV1 Eligible
Join a leading organisation delivering complex, mission-critical solutions across the defence and national security landscape. Working on highly secure programs, this business is at the forefront of integrating advanced communications and technology systems that support operational capability for government and defence clients. Melbourne CBD based, long term contract, highly attractive daily rate,
Your new role
As an Electrical / C4I Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, integration, and delivery of Command, Control, Communications, Computers & Intelligence (C4I) systems. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle, contributing to cutting-edge programs involving complex platforms and communications infrastructure.
- Designing, developing, and integrating C4I systems and subsystems
- Supporting system lifecycle activities including requirements, design, integration, verification, and validation
- Producing and reviewing technical documentation (requirements, specifications, test procedures)
- Working across communications architectures including RF systems, networks, and data links
- Supporting integration, testing, and acceptance activities
- Troubleshooting technical issues during development and deployment
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders
- Managing technical risks and ensuring compliance with engineering standards
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronic Engineering
- 5+ years experience in defence, aerospace, telecommunications, or complex systems engineering
- Experience with communications systems, networks, or RF technologies
- Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and integration activities
- Demonstrated experience producing engineering documentation
- Current or previously held Australian Defence security clearance (Baseline minimum, NV1 eligible)
- Experience with Defence C4I or tactical communications systems
- Knowledge of systems engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288)
- Exposure to network design, cybersecurity, or digital engineering
- Experience supporting field trials or operational deployments
- Chartered or working towards professional accreditation
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to work on high-profile and secure defence programs
- Exposure to advanced communications and integrated system technologies
- Strong career progression within a growing defence sector
- Collaborative engineering environment with multidisciplinary teams
- Attractive Daily Rate
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to ali.kavanagh@hays.com.au
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