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Defence and Security Specialist

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Ascent Professional Services Pty. Ltd. Full time
Job Description
We are seeking expressions of interest from high-level problem solvers and change-makers for opportunities across Australia in the Defence and Security space.

About the Role
In this role, you will work alongside other defence and contractor personnel as part of a team. Your responsibilities and prior experience may cover some of the following areas:
* Working within a Defence Regulated Engineering environment to create and/or review Engineering Artefacts such as Engineering Management Plans, Test and Evaluation Plans, and System Certification documentation.
* Management of aircraft and unmanned aviation systems IAW Defence Aviation Safety Regulations.
* Facilitate the preparation of Maritime Armaments Review Board (MARB) documentation.
* Manage and co-ordinate technical and project outcomes.
* Developing requirements and specifications for new and proposed Defence systems.
* Test and Evaluation of Defence Systems.
* Certification of Defence Systems, processes & artefacts.
* Providing engineering recommendations and advice for briefs and presentations on Defence Systems.
* Application of 'System Safety' standards and practices.
* Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management (Sponsors & Stakeholders).

What You'll Need
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* An engineering degree or technical/trades background with at least eight years of experience
* Australian Defence Force or Australian Public Service experience
* A current or reinstatable ASGVA clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of NV1 Australian Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?
At Ascent, we take our work very seriously – but ourselves, not so much. We value the significant impact our team has on each other, our community, our national interests, and strive to show appreciation for their skills, contribution, and potential.