Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer, Defence and National Security

• Develop and deliver requirements and specifications across the lifecycle for critical and complex technology systems and platforms
• Dynamic and broad role with an interdisciplinary focus including risk management and safety engineering
• Career development opportunities – role provides the scope to grow into Systems Engineering, working with multi-discipline experts, clients and teams

Beca Applied Technologies

Beca Applied Technologies are engaged across multiple market segments primarily defence and national security, but also across aviation, information security, software, transportation, and health.  We are looking for talented people with the right people skills and approach, along with both a passion for, and expertise, in software.

The Opportunity – Te Kāinga Rua

You will be contributing to the delivery of highly complex and mission critical systems, technology, and software including commercial, industry and military applications.  This role will provide you with the opportunity to grow and develop your systems and technical career, with support from a leading team of highly experienced Systems Engineers.  You will be challenged, developed and supported with the chance to work on complex system changes.  You will be able to leverage and enhance your systems skill set, taking a process and results-driven approach and big picture view to solving problems working in a team collaborating across disciplines.

The projects you will be working across are critical and complex, with a key role focus on working with clients to define requirements, understand risk and safety, and deliver programs of work in a collaborative environment.  You will have the opportunity to work across an end-to-end project life cycle with a focus on delivering client outcomes, building effective relationships and understanding the key commercial drivers across technology and software development, guiding projects to profitability while developing a culture of innovation.

About Us – Ko Wai Mātou

Beca is a professional services business who partner with our clients to make every day better for communities and places across New Zealand. We are the problem-solvers – the thinkers, the creators, the planners, and practitioners – who understand the vision of our clients and make things happen! As we start our second century, we’re excited about the fresh talent we’re nurturing, the innovative thinking we’re developing and the connections we’re forging. Visit us at www.beca.com

About You – Te Rongoāto

We value a positive attitude, and people with a genuine desire to grow and learn. We also encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and welcome the different perspective a variety of backgrounds bring to our workplace.  Key role requirements for success, include a combination of:

• You will have a passion for understanding complex systems, and delivering positive outcomes for our clients
• You will enjoy operating across technical domains, and building relationships with our clients and be able to adapt your communication style to suit connecting with people from diverse backgrounds
• You will be able to simplify complex and technical information for others to understand
• You will have demonstrated experience with and an understanding of delivering and integrating complex technology, system and software, resulting in positive commercial outcomes for clients
• You can delve into client and stakeholder needs to understand, clarify and define requirements including business case analysis and bid preparation
• You will look to celebrate the differences within the people and teams you work with, and support an inclusive and caring culture within the workplace
• Professional body membership and/or accreditation, such as INCOSE , IMarEST, IET, RAeS, or ENZ would be beneficial, progressing towards or holding chartered status

As a business we are open to flexible working arrangements and keen to shape a role that works for you. We seek to create an environment where are people are comfortable bringing all of themselves to the workplace and embrace the diversity that brings to our business.

Some of our clients require consultants to hold or be eligible for a New Zealand Government security clearance which is a condition for this role.  To obtain this clearance requires New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency status.

Our Commitment to You – Tō Mātou Manawanui ki a Koe

• Experience in an exciting and successful business culture that respects and values all perspectives
• Opportunity to be part of our professional services firm contributing to the fabric of New Zealand communities
• Support for learning and development; our people have equal opportunity to build careers reflecting their abilities, passions, and potential, where they feel they belong and can be their true and best selves
• Our employee-ownership model, provides equity opportunities to our people
• Encouragement of balance in each aspect of your life – flexibility, well-being, and personal development