Job Description

System Administrator – Defence Systems Support

NT, Darwin

Service Delivery

17909BR

About us:

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. 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. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.

AIR6500 is the RAAF’s $3 billion program to develop a joint air battle management system that builds on the capabilities offered by Next Generation sensor and command and control systems. AIR6500 will create a fully networked ‘system of systems’ that synchronises air and missile defence operations in joint and coalition environments, maximising situational awareness and enhancing the speed of decision making across the battlespace.

Your responsibilities will include:

As a System Administrator - Defence Systems Support, you’ll be responsible for maintenance, fault isolation, diagnosis, and repair activities across a range of complex systems. You’ll also provide technical mentoring to ensure a competent and capable workforce across the LMA–RAAF team.
Your day-to-day work will involve:

  • Performing technical activities including maintenance, testing, and system upgrades in accordance with approved policies, processes, and technical manuals.
  • Diagnosing and repairing communications equipment, computer systems, digital signal processing (DSP) equipment, and control systems.
  • Operating, handling, and storing COMSEC CCI and key material in line with security protocols.
  • Supporting modification/ integration activities and contributing to fault analysis and root cause investigations.
  • Using test equipment to carry out diagnostic performance analysis on Agile Command and Control systems, radar systems, repairable items, and ground support equipment.
  • Maintaining tool control and compliance with all safety and security procedures.
  • Providing mentoring and technical guidance to team members.
  • Supporting other Lockheed Martin Australia programs requiring the FSR skillset, as required.

    • Domestic travel will be required to support force projection and deployed capability, often in austere environments. International travel may also be required on occasion to support program needs.
    If you have telecommunications experience and are looking for a fresh start in the new year with a stable career in defence, we encourage you to apply.

    About you:

    Essential:

  • Trade Certificate in Communications and Electronics, Information Technology, or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Proven experience working within a highly regulated environment (e.g Defence, Aviation, or other SOCI Act–defined industries).
  • Strong background in ICT System Administration, networking, hardware/software management, release and configuration management, and incident management.
  • Experience working within a Maintenance/ Configuration Management System
    • Desirable:
  • Recent Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator or CompTIA Linux+ certification.
  • Previous experience handling COMSEC materials.
  • Experience working within a sustainment project delivered to Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG).

    • Special Requirements:

    Applicants 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.

    A Veteran-friendly Workplace:
    Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. 

    What we offer you:

  • When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.
  • We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
  • Flexible work & Hybrid work options
  • Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback.
  • A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
  • Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
  • Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development.

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