JC4S Branch Systems Engineer

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Downer Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Downer Professional Services is proud to be Defence's strategic workforce partner within Joint Systems Division, following a competitive tender process. As part of this win, Team Downer MSP now support two critical system program offices within the JC4S Branch:

  • Integrated Command, Control and Communications Systems Program Office (IC3 SPO)
  • Integrated Warfighting Networks Systems Program Office (IWN SPO)

 These SPOs deliver secure, integrated communications and enable seamless coordination across the Australian Defence Force. This is a proud milestone for our team as we continue to drive mission-critical capability forward.

We are seeking permanent Systems Engineers based in Canberra to support this Integrated Work Package.

What You'll Do
 

This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including but not limited to:
 

  • Deliver end-to-end systems engineering services including requirements analysis, integration, verification and validation (V&V), test and evaluation, and technical performance measurement.
  • Develop and maintain security engineering documentation such as System Overview Documents, Security Risk Management Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring compliance with Defence standards.
  • Stakeholder engagement activities with the project to gather requirements and maintain relationships
  • Contribute to engineering governance by preparing documentation and reviewing contract deliverables for compliance and quality.
  • Working with multidisciplinary teams to develop, design and deliver requirements


What You'll Bring 
 

  • Defence industry experience in System Engineering

  • Experience with Validation and Verification (V&V), Test and Evaluation (T&E), System Design, Safety Engineering and/or systems concepts and specifications

  • Strong engineering experience in a hands-on role as well as ability to consult and lead projects

  • Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and stakeholder management

  • Qualified/certified Engineer or holding an equivalent engineering qualification

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.
 

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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