Deputy Manager Engineering

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Downer Professional Services Full time
Overview

Join our Downer Professional Services team to deliver complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future. The position is based onsite at Campbell Park, Canberra. Deputy Engineering Manager leads and coordinates engineering activities supporting the acquisition and implementation of the Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS), ensuring technical governance, compliance, and team development.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee and coordinate JP9101 engineering activities in support of EDHFCS acquisition
  • Ensure EDHFCS capability requirements are met throughout the acquisition process
  • Manage and maintain the JP9101 engineering documentation suite
  • Provide formal engineering advice and maintain technical risk registers
  • Supervise the engineering team and support their professional development
What You'll Bring
  • Chartered Professional Engineer status or eligibility through a recognised body (e.g., Engineers Australia)
  • Tertiary qualifications in Systems Engineering or equivalent experience
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience in Defence capability projects and knowledge of ODCS and ASDEFCON suite
  • Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic outcomes

Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

We're dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As a sovereign prime, we're committed to protecting Australia's interests.

Belonging at Downer Professional Services
  • Meaningful work: Deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
  • Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through Communities of Practice.
  • Great perks: Discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
  • Veteran support: Up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

We celebrate diversity and inclusion and welcome people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexible work, inclusive leadership, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, please let us know—we're here to help you put your best foot forward.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing


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