Our client is a well-established organisation within the Defence sector, delivering complex, mission-critical capabilities across large-scale programs. They play a key role in advancing integrated communications and information systems that support Defence operations across multiple domains.
With a strong focus on innovation and engineering excellence, they offer the opportunity to work on cutting-edge communications and network solutions within a collaborative and high-performing environment.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Communications Network Engineer to support the design, development and integration of complex Defence communications networks.
In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of resilient and scalable network capabilities across system-of-systems environments, supporting mission-critical outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Designing and supporting OSI-layered network architectures across transport to physical layers
- Working with WAN, SATCOM and RF systems in Defence environments
- Contributing to Defence ICT architecture using DoDAF/NATO frameworks
- Supporting capability development and sustainment activities
- Collaborating with stakeholders across engineering, project and operational teams
- Contributing to C4 system-of-systems engineering and/or MBSE activities
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Strong expertise in OSI-layered network design, including WAN, SATCOM and RF systems
- Experience in Defence ICT architecture using frameworks such as DoDAF or NATO
- Background in Defence capability development or sustainment environments
- Exposure to C4 systems engineering and/or MBSE methodologies
- Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Security Requirements: Must be an Australian Citizens with an active NV1 or higher security clearance, but our client has expressed a preference for TSPV cleared candidates.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 09 June 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
