ILS Discipline Lead

ILS Discipline Lead

BAE Systems

Location: Melbourne VIC Work Type: Full-time Work Arrangement: Remote

Join BAE Systems as an ILS Discipline Lead and contribute to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most. You will be a trusted member of our global colleague network, playing a part in delivering advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions for a safer future.

Role Overview

The ILS Discipline Lead is responsible for analysing logistics support data to identify trends across equipment and systems, ensuring effective operation and sustainment. This role provides specialist input into solution design and development, offers evidence-based recommendations on reliability and sustainment issues, and supports Engineering and Technical Authorities in decision-making. You will lead small teams, mentor engineering staff, and ensure all outputs align with customer and end-user operational requirements, applying sound professional judgement and best practice in logistics support analysis.

Core Duties

• Lead logistics support analysis activities, including RCM, MTA, and LORA, to inform sustainment strategy and system design.
• Analyse equipment and system data to assess performance, condition, and historical trends.
• Conduct risk assessments and apply modelling and performance evaluation to identify reliability and supportability issues.
• Develop evidence-based conclusions and provide recommendations to improve system reliability, maintainability, and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality reports in line with project schedules and requirements.
• Make sound decisions within own delegation, applying professional judgement and technical expertise while supporting stakeholders and Engineering Authorities.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (degree, diploma, or technical certification) or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven experience in analysing, reviewing, and reporting technical assessment data related to the mechanical and/or electrical health of systems and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and reviewing Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) products to support system sustainment and performance.
• Practical experience in the operation and maintenance of systems within a defence environment or similar technical industry.
• Proven ability to lead small teams of specialised analysts or equivalent experience.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain NV1 Australian Defence Security Clearance.

The JORN & A-OTHR Team

The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) comprises three remote over-the-horizon radars (OTHR) located across Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia. This defence radar system provides wide-area surveillance and plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force's (ADF) air and maritime operations, border protection, disaster relief, and rescue operations. As the industry partner for Sovereign JORN and Australia's largest defence export, BAE Systems is building an exceptional team to support its portfolio. This is an opportunity to join a growing team delivering world-leading capability to the Australian and Canadian Governments.

Why BAE Systems?

Build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You will be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to your needs, supporting your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our culture is one where you can belong and be proud of the difference you make.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to our work. We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, including initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs. We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. BAE Systems is recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and a recipient of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. We are members of the Circle Back Initiative.

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