Systems Engineer

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 comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer , which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence . Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security.

We currently have an opportunity for a Systems Engineer in Canberra or Melbourne to provide support for the conduct of the CDT’s TCN Systems Engineering program. They will support the acquisition and transition into sustainment of LC4CS materiel systems through Development and Acquisition phases of the Defence Capability System (DCS). This includes the application of Defence engineering governance frameworks and standards, the production of Systems Engineering documents/plans and the provision of subject matter expert advice and drafting support to the development of ASDEFCON Complex Material contract documentation.

What You’ll Do

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

- Develop and maintain engineering plans, specifications, requirements, verification documentation and technical reports supporting LC4 capability acquisition and delivery.
- Support acquisition activities through development, review and assurance of technical requirements, Statements of Work and ASDEFCON artefacts.
- Apply Defence engineering governance frameworks, policies and standards to ensure compliant and auditable engineering outcomes.
- Analyse operational and technical requirements, evaluate solution options and develop recommendations supporting informed capability decisions.
- Support systems integration, verification, validation and technical certification activities to assure capability performance and acceptance.
- Manage engineering risks, configuration baselines and change activities to maintain technical integrity throughout the capability lifecycle.

What You’ll Bring

- An accredited or recognised engineering degree and engineering work experience after completing the degree, e.g. Electrical, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar.
- Ability to obtain and hold a Defence Technical Authority Level (of a least Level 4).
- Experience with the Land Technical Regulatory Framework and the Land System Safety Manual.
- Experience with verification programs, including Acceptance Test and Evaluation (AT&E).
- Experience in the production of Functional Performance Specifications or Detailed Statement of Requirements.
- Ability to analyse, develop and implement work plans to support delivery of outcomes, understanding critical success factors and recommend changes.
- Experience with TCN systems and networks, including TCN Waveforms.

Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA 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 Perks@Downer.
- 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 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all   ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals.   Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.