Defence Acquisition Specialist

7 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Randstad Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Defence Acquisition Specialist to be part of our team in Adelaide.

This role will involve providing expert technical cost advice and inputs to influence a lower overall ownership cost to Defence while ensuring a product that is consistent with function and quality. As a key member of the project team, you will be responsible for estimating program cost through the full life cycle while identifying cost impact of changes to parameters such as design, reliability, testability, maintainability, supportability, and sustainment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Undertake Life Cycle Cost (LCC) modeling, analysis, and validation of models to support program goals and deliverables.
  • Provide advice to the multi-discipline project team and senior leadership regarding LCC technical requirements, interfaces, and the applicability of different estimating techniques at various stages in a lifecycle.
  • Analyse options relating to 'cost to support' capabilities.
  • Review the Life Cycle Cost CDRLs & DIDs, as delivered by the Primary Industry Partner, and provide feedback in accordance with the CoA obligations under the relevant contract.
  • Update IIP LCCM financial slides in monthly ADS Board Pack.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with FIC teams, Project Management, Scheduling, Commercial, and GFx to enable timely delivery of LCC products.
  • Work with the Primary Industry Partner, as the CoA Life Cycle Cost representative, to support the development and delivery of their Life-Cycle Cost Model and Report.
  • Support the ILS Manager in reviewing the Life Cycle Cost CDRLs & DIDs and provide feedback in accordance with the CoA obligations.
  • Support the ILS Manager and program management in making informed decisions when negotiating contracts.
About You
  • NV1 Security Clearance;
  • Tertiary qualifications in an Engineering discipline (desirable);
  • Proven experience in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), preferably within a similar industry;
  • Experience and understanding across Defence acquisition and sustainment phases;
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to perform comprehensive cost analyses;
  • Knowledge and ability to use MS Excel, the Capability Costing Tool (CCT), ACEIT, and other cost modeling tools;
  • Project management and organisational skills;
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Willingness to travel interstate when required;
Our Offer
  • A competitive remuneration package of AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on experience;
  • A unique opportunity to contribute your great skills to the defence programs of national significance;

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