Network Engineer

We are expanding our team in Newcastle and are searching for a talented Network Engineer who will support the team in Williamtown, as well as remote teams across Australia.

To qualify for this role, you must:

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Avionics), or similar technical trade with foundation in IT, information systems and/or computing science
• Experience managing and executing system enhancements and upgrades, including planning and execution
• Extensive experience providing technical support to Defence ICT networks, infrastructure and/or simulator devices
• Competent in performing system administration and systems integration duties
• Competent in use of Microsoft Office tool suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project
• Minimum-security clearance of NV1

In addition, the following will be considered favourably:

• Technical experience maintaining and configuring networks and domains
• Knowledge of Defence distributed training networks, software protocols, data correlation and cyber-worthiness principles
• Experience within Defence ICT environment, including domain and data management and migration
• Display trusted independence, the ability to work independently or in small teams while reaching out for advice/guidance when required
• Big-picture and solution-based thinking – articulating context to recommendations and briefs for Customer consideration

Who We Are

PAC is an innovative, privately-owned company delivering high-impact operational capability to our Defence and commercial partners. Our trusted team of engineers, operational experts and technical specialists share a passion for the capabilities we support—always ready to go the extra mile to ensure mission success. We look for people who value integrity, flexibility and professionalism—these values set the standard for everything we do.

Life at PAC

We take great pleasure in seeing and empowering our people to thrive—personally and professionally. We recognise the value of your unique skills and will provide you with a flexible working environment, ongoing training and development opportunities and a competitive salary. We also offer paid Parental Leave, ADF Reserve Leave and a competitive Novated Lease program.

We know that our unique experiences and abilities strengthen our team. We are incredibly proud to be a signatory of the Veterans Employment Commitment and Soldier On Pledge. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive workplace and maintaining a diverse workforce. We encourage application from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people. For further information about the position or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact us at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Due to the nature of this role, we are only able to consider applicants for this position who are Australian citizens. You will be required to hold, or be eligible to hold, and maintain a security clearance as a condition of engagement.