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Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams and key Defence stakeholders, you will play an important role in delivering innovative, reliable and mission-critical solutions that support Australia's Defence capability.\nYour duties and experience may include but not be limited to;\nDevelop and maintain engineering plans, technical specifications, system requirements, verification documentation and technical reports to support Defence capability acquisition and delivery.\nContribute to acquisition activities through the development, review and assurance of technical requirements, Statements of Work (SOW) and ASDEFCON documentation.\nApply Defence engineering frameworks, policies, standards and governance processes to ensure compliant, traceable and auditable engineering outcomes.\nAnalyse operational and technical requirements, assess engineering solutions and provide recommendations to support Defence capability decisions.\nSupport systems integration, verification, validation, testing and technical certification activities to ensure capabilities meet Defence requirements and performance expectations.\nManage engineering risks, configuration baselines and technical changes to maintain system integrity throughout the capability lifecycle.\n Provide specialist engineering advice on complex communications and network integration matters while collaborating with Defence, industry and operational stakeholders to support capability delivery and transition into service.\nAbout you:\nAustralian citizen (required for Defence projects) with a min AGSVA NV1 clearance. The ability to obtain a Negative Vetting 2 (NV2) security clearance is preferred. \nDemonstrated experience working within Defence project environments, with a strong background in Systems Engineering across complex engineering programs and project lifecycles.\nA relevant Engineering degree.\nAustralian Driver's License.\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nClear, confident communication skills.\nHighly organised with attention to detail.\nEager to learn, adaptable, and able to work well both independently and in a team.\nInterest in Defence, technology, and systems engineering.\nWhy Join Us?\nVeteran-Focused: As a Veteran-owned and operated company, we value your service. Our Veteran Career Development Program is designed to support your transition and future career growth. Defence Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.\nPeople First: Were a company that puts people at the centre. Fostering a culture of wellbeing, engagement, and respect for your unique skills.\nA Culture That Values You: Be part of a passionate, supportive, and growing team that recognises your contribution and rewards success.\nAnd we like to keep things real. We work hard, support each other, and make space for a laugh along the way.\nBenefits We Offer:\n Long Service Leave @ 7 years: Take long service leave after 7 years' service (Pro-rata).\n Health & wellbeing allowance: Our annual Health & Wellbeing allowance ($250) helps you stay fit and healthy.\n First year leave (5 days): We offer 5 additional leave days in your first year to help you settle in!\nBirthday leave: We know your birthday is a special day! Take the day off and relax on us!\nHigher Education Subsidy: Obtain a higher qualification relevant to your role while working with us and receive a $2500 contribution annually. 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We are a close-knit team of veterans, problem-solvers, tech heads, dads, mums, soccer coaches, and weekend adventurers who love what we do, like to have a bit of fun, and don't take ourselves too seriously. What brings us together is a passion for doing great work that makes a real difference to those who serve.\nIf this sounds like your kind of team, apply now. 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