Test and Evaluation

6 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Downer EDI Limited Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future.

Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

We currently have an opportunity for a Test and Evaluation (T&E) Practitioner to join the Land C4 Program.

What You'll Do

  • Drafting, reviewing and maintaining Test and Evaluation Strategy (TES), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) and T&E related artifacts and engaging with various stakeholders.
  • Test and evaluation, certification and systems assurance, and T&E in the One Defence Capability System (ODCS).
  • Preview Test and Evaluation (PT&E), Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E), Acceptance Test and Evaluation (AT&E), Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) and In-Service Test & Evaluation (In-Service T&E).
  • T&E planning, management & reporting, technical and professional advice.
  • Risk management and Verification and & Validation (V&V), and undertaking system T&E or trial tasks and draft T&E Reports.
  • Understanding of Defence T&E framework, policies, processes and plans, and familiarity with CASG T&E Systems Engineering policy.

What You'll Bring

  • Relevant and recent T&E experience within the Defence industry
  • Good understanding of Defence T&E Systems Engineering concepts;
  • Understanding of the One Defence Capability System (formerly the Capability Life Cycle)
  • Previous & current experience and thorough understanding of T&E policies.
  • Current/active T&E accreditation (preferred)

Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) 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

At Downer Professional Services, we're not just a workplace - we're a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country's only sovereign prime, we're committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.

What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services :

  • Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.

  • Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.

  • Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through .

  • Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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