Added - 09/09/25 Systems Engineer Defence Engineering and Technical Services Australian Capital[...]

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia SYPAQ Systems Full time

Overview

SYPAQ is seeking a Systems Engineer with Defence experience for a long-term opportunity with a Defence client. The role is based in Canberra and can be a permanent position with SYPAQ or a long-term contract, with an immediate start.

Roles and responsibilities

- Systems Engineering Management of the project, within the Land Program capability framework, including interfaces with the project team.
- Planning, development and management of the Gate 2 capability definition documentation (within the engineering discipline).
- Planning and management of Gate 1 to Gate 2 risk reduction activities.
- Planning and management of Gate 1 to Gate 2 requirements setting activities.
- Providing support to technology environmental scans, and engagement with industry.
- Stakeholder engagement spanning engineering management, design authorities, integration authorities and integrated logistic support between different Defence organisations.
- Contribute to traditional project acquisition activities including risk management, FIC management, integrated logistic support planning, cost estimation and issue resolution.
- Overseeing and mentoring other Systems Engineering staff, and demonstrating collaborative behaviours with other project staff.

Essential skills, qualifications and experience

- Experience in preparing and delivering project documentation under the Defence Capability Life Cycle, including drafting Concept of Employments and Operational Concept Documents.
- Ability to engage with Defence stakeholders including ADF, APS and contractors.
- Systems Engineering qualifications, or qualifications within a relevant field, with a minimum of five years’ experience.
- A good understanding of the Defence Capability System.

The successful applicant must be an Australian Citizen with a minimum of NV1 Security Clearance.

If the opportunity is of interest, please APPLY or contact Ajita Mishra on 0487839703 or amishra@sypaq.com.au for further information. Please note only successful candidates will be contacted.

Visit our corporate website for other opportunities with SYPAQ: www.sypaq.com.au/careers-portal.

Licences

ACT License: ACTLHL00001973

QLD License: LHL02458-W2B3Z

VIC License: VICLHL03075

SYPAQ’s Culture – Creating A World That Works

We are a 100% Australian family-owned business. Our culture and values are important, and we encourage people with the same vision to join and collaborate for prolific outcomes.

Our Values

- See something. Do something
- Achieve more together – share success
- Courageous – be innovative See the opportunity, manage the risk
- Strive for excellence – master your craft
- We are family – value honesty, respect and compassion

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