The key duties of the position include:

The Role The Deputy Director MQ-4 Enterprise Assurance (DD MQ-4 EA) provides leadership, independent assurance, and business planning and integration for the MQ-4 Triton Enterprise. The position manages a team conducting supplier performance assurance and internal MQ-4 Management Unit (MQ4MU) assurance services. The position also ensures that MQ4MU's budget and commercial arrangements support Enterprise objectives.

The position will also work closely with the Deputy Director MQ-4 Capability Planning and other stakeholders to develop and evaluate strategies for ensuring performance and achieving Enterprise objectives.

On behalf of Director MQ4MU the position also establishes, analyses and reviews the MQ4MU Battle Rhythm by coordinating high level tasking and conducting business planning. The position acts as the Director MQ4MU as required.

International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) is the United States regulation that controls the manufacture, sale and distribution of defence and space-related articles and services. The ITAR contains a list of “restricted” countries that are unable to access ITAR controlled information, and therefore we will need to know if an applicant holds dual citizenship to one of the restricted countries to ensure they meet the requirement to perform the role (and we do not breach any ITAR requirements).

Defence roles cover a diverse range of workplace environment requirements. These may include physical tasks or working in conditions that are not typical of an office environment. Candidates should consider these requirements when assessing their suitability for the role. For more information, please contact the nominated contact officer.





Frequent travel – Aeroplane.

About our Team

SRSPO ensures the availability and performance of highly complex surveillance and response airborne and related systems for the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) – the P-8A Poseidon and MQ-4C Triton aircraft systems.

At SRSPO we are passionate about working collaboratively with our stakeholders and industry partners to ensure the necessary acquisition, sustainment and regulatory requirements are fulfilled. We do this to support the warfighter and achieve the Department of Defence’s strategic and operational objectives.

SRSPO operates in an integrated workplace comprising ADF, APS and contracted personnel and is committed to flexible and inclusive work practices.

This position is a member of the MQ-4 Management Unit (MQ4MU), within SRSPO that is responsible for delivering sustainment and acquisition services for the CAF41 Triton Capability. As a Unit we exercise this responsibility through the MQ-4 Triton Cooperative Program with the United States Navy and in collaboration with our Industry partners. This arrangement is known as the Triton Enterprise.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will

- Demonstrate high level stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills and the ability to resolve complex issues.
- Is highly effective in Product,



Business or Project Management (or similar) with experience in successfully managing contracts, developing and maintaining business plans and schedules and overseeing budgets.
- Demonstrate professional judgement in the interpretation and application of complex policy, frameworks and procedures.
- Proven experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams, inspiring performance, driving accountability, and fostering a positive culture focused on collaboration, continuous improvement, and successful delivery outcomes.
- Demonstrate behaviours and personal attributes which align with the Defence values.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Getting to know the Department of Defence The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer engaging, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few.

We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Deputy Director - Enterprise Assurance (Edinburgh)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Edinburgh