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About Leidos Australia

Leidos Australia pioneers the design, construction, operation, and support of critical systems that safeguard and promote the Australian way of life. Backed by a vast international workforce of over 40,000, the Australian team includes approximately 2,000 staff collaborating with government, defense, and national security clients for more than three decades. We provide mission-essential solutions anchored in reliability, trust, and purpose.

Work Environment and Benefits

We offer meaningful roles complemented with benefits, career flexibility, and growth opportunities that respect life outside work. Our support includes:

• Access to learning, skill development, and industry-recognized certifications
• Exposure to diverse programs, sectors, and advancing technologies
• Career progression aligned with your skills, ambitions, and interests

Team Culture

You will be part of a team driven by integrity, inclusion, innovation, agility, collaboration, and dedication. We emphasize shared responsibility, problem-solving as a unit, and keeping close ties to our customer’s needs and our mission's significance.

About the Role

We conduct airborne assignments for the Australian Government focused on maritime surveillance and search and rescue. Operating a comprehensive aviation capability across Australia, including flight operations, maintenance, training, and operations center, you will assist in delivering vital aerial search functions. Working alongside experienced aircrew, your efforts will help identify and locate distress signals from persons and vessels during critical rescue missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Visually detect and recognize people, vessels, or relevant objects
• Effectively communicate observations to pilots and other crew members
• Operate and oversee equipment specific to mission requirements
• Document detailed records throughout and following missions
• Collaborate closely with aircrew under dynamic and high-pressure conditions

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates exhibit sound judgment, curiosity, and a team-oriented mindset dedicated to impactful work. Requirements include:

• Meeting health and fitness criteria as per pre-employment medical and Civil Aviation Safety Authority standards
• Current nationally accredited First Aid certification
• Ability to obtain a clear National Police Check
• Right to work legally in Australia

Applicants may also need to satisfy International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which could limit eligibility based on nationality or residency in some cases.

Recruitment Process

Our hiring approach is simple and respectful. If your profile fits, you will have:

• Initial communication with Talent Acquisition
• An interview with hiring managers or panels
• Possible role-specific assessments or discussions

Expect full guidance before each step. Support for adjustments in recruitment is available upon request.

Additional Information

Applications close at the close of business Tuesday, 20th October. Compensation and benefits are competitive, and we provide programs for health, wellness, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans. Beware of fraudulent offers; official communications only come from Leidos.com automated emails and not from free email services or unofficial messaging apps. We value diversity and uphold a strict non-discrimination policy including consideration for qualified applicants with relevant criminal histories.