Systems Engineer (Space)

Join our Downer Professional Servicesteam and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australias 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 aSystems Engineer in Canberra to work on Space projects.

What Youll Do

This role offers a broad scope with key role responsibilities including:

• Prepare and review project documentation including project management office plans and Gate 2 deliverables to support governance and execution.

• Conduct planning scheduling estimating and risk assessments to ensure project milestones and risks are effectively managed.

• Participate in tender evaluations and develop procurement documentation including evaluation reports and negotiation directives.

• Develop technical documentation and interface definitions for integration with Defence strategic deployed and external networks.

• Support safety security and logistics planning to position the project for future certification accreditation and sustainment across the capability lifecycle.

What Youll Bring Key skills and qualifications

• Project Management personnel must have experience with CASG pre-Gate 1/Gate 2 projects Defence Capability Life Cycle documentation ASDEFCON tendering and hold relevant qualifications including AIPM registration.

• Systems/SATCOM Engineers should demonstrate expertise in communications and systems engineering Defence systems engineering processes and ideally have experience with SATCOM systems and spacecraft procurement.

• Integrated Logistics Support Managers must possess formal logistics qualifications Defence acquisition experience and the ability to manage contractor ILS programs and technical regulation compliance.

• RFT Pricing Specialists are expected to understand CASG cost modelling and estimation tools and contribute effectively to tender evaluation and offer definition activities.

• Commercial Support personnel should be skilled in Defence contracting policy research and drafting with strong attention to detail and the ability to provide well-reasoned commercial recommendations.

Due to the nature of the work you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimumNegative Vetting 1or higher Security clearance as required by the some instances compliance withInternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

More than anything youll 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 were not just a workplace - were a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the countrys only sovereign prime were committed to making a real difference in protecting Australias 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.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26000 people across Australia New Zealand and the Pacific our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives backgrounds and ideas.