Multiple Opportunities

• Voted #8 Best Place to Work 2024
• Shape the Future of Defence with Nova Systems
• Locations - Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne and Newcastle

About The Role

Nova is partnering with Defence on one of Australia's most forward-leaning innovation programs, and we're looking to connect with experienced professionals who want to help accelerate new capability into service.

We're growing a national team to help Defence rapidly turn disruptive technologies into operational capability. If you have experience in
systems engineering
,
mission solutions
,
test & evaluation
,
cyber security
, or related technical domains, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise to projects with real strategic impact.

You'll be working at the forefront of Defence innovation, where ideas become prototypes, and prototypes become capability.

As a professional services technology company, we work ahead of confirmed projects. That means we're building talent pipelines now for upcoming mission-critical work, so expressing interest puts you in front for when projects receive the green light.

What's In It For You

At Nova, you'll be part of a trusted and respected Australian-owned company where your expertise contributes directly to national security. Where you can expect:

• Meaningful work with purpose -
  contributing to real capability outcomes for Defence and national security
• Variety in problem-solving -
  working across different projects, domains and technologies over time
• A collaborative and supportive group of professionals
  where expertise is valued and innovation is encouraged
• Opportunities to grow your skills
  across the business both through experience and professional development

What You'll Be Involved In

You may contribute across areas such as:

• Systems Engineering, Mission Analysis, Test & Evaluation, Configuration Management, Cyber Security or Logistics Management
• Delivering outcomes using a mission-based, agile approach to innovation
• Collaborating with Defence, industry and academia to adapt, trial and transition emerging technologies
• Developing clear technical documentation, reports and artefacts within Defence systems and environments
• Participating in short, high-impact projects that explore and advance emerging capabilities

What We're Looking For

• Experience in the Defence industry or similarly complex technical environments
• Relevant degree for engineering positions recognised by Engineers Australia
• Ability to think on your feet, solve problems and have a can do attitude
• Australian Citizen with minimum NV1 AGSVA Security Clearance
• Ability to work both autonomously and in multidisciplinary teams
• A mindset focused on innovation, problem solving and purpose-driven outcomes

Life at Nova - it all adds up
With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:

• Generous Parental Leave:
  Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks
• Professional and Personal Development:
  Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities
• Additional Leave:
  Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service
• Flexibility:
  We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people
• Dress For Your Day:
  We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust
• Reward & Recognition Program:
  Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more
• Employee Assistance Program:
  for employees and family members
• Annual Nova employee engagement:
  Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun
• Wellbeing Hub
  with access to health and fitness content
• Access to
  Defence Health and Travel Insurance
• Free Flu Vaccination
  annually
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don't like to take ourselves too seriously

You can view the full range of benefits at

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Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation.
Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests. To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation - Nova Systems RAP

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program.
We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit:

About Nova:
Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Singapore.

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.