Job Title:  Linux Engineer (NV2)

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it. 

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We are pleased to welcome applications from experienced Linux Engineers with current security clearance (NV2 minimum) for an opportunity with a key Defence client in Canberra. 

Should our bid be successful, our Linux Engineer will be required to develop and maintain software components using automation solutions for the installation process. In doing so, they will ensure that all solutions are documented and integrate with interfacing systems. Working within the team this Engineer will need to support other team members, including on-site representatives, to fault find and diagnose system faults as they arise. It is expected that the resource fulfilling this position will be able to work both independently and as part of the broader team to meet objectives, providing advice as required on suitable solutions for the development of the product.

In more specific terms, the Linux Engineer will:

• Design and document the HQOTM MPE node
• Review and provide advice on the design and implementation of interfacing systems
• Develop and maintain software components and integrate existing software components and applications
• Automate solution installation
• Build, administer, and support production HQOTM MPE nodes
• Contribute to training material development
• Perform level three support of production system
• Baseline and maintain system configuration control and maintain the software list
• Develop and implement the 'Patch Management Plan' for HQOTM MPE nodes

In terms of skills and experience, this role calls for:

• Substantial experience developing software for Linux operating systems
• Experience customising and administering Linux based servers and applications and in 'hardening' Linux operating systems
• Experience automating and scripting application installation and customisation
• Experience developing and maintaining Linux standard operating environment (SOE) images
• Strong technical documentation development experience
• Experience with DEVOPS methodologies
• An ability to provide technical advice grounded in broader business requirements

Whilst not essential, experience in some or all of the following will be advantageous:

• Experience working with deployable communication and information systems (CIS)
• Understanding of systems engineering processes and knowledge of the Defence Capability Lifecycle
• Experience working within agile project management framework
• Experience developing Ansible scripting and/ or with Openstack
• Experience developing and maintaining Windows standard operating environments (SOE)

What is essential is a current Defence security clearance to NV2 (or higher).  Unfortunately applicants without clearance to this level cannot be considered on this occasion.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Cathy Riach, Talent Acquisition (clriach@qinetiq.com.au).

Applications close Friday 16 January, 2026.

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

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