Azooa is preparing a response for 2026-156-Joint-EWIS-JA-RFQ – Land 156 Commercial Officer and is seeking suitably qualified contractors for this opportunity.This is a Defence commercial management role supporting Electromagnetic Warfare Intelligence Systems Joint & Air SPO and Land 156 acquisition activities, with a focus on contracts, procurement, commercial risk, finance, compliance and stakeholder engagement.
OverviewThe Electromagnetic Warfare Intelligence Systems Joint & Air SPO undertakes acquisition and through-life support of assigned Joint and Air Electromagnetic Warfare capabilities used by the Australian Defence Force.The SPO delivers countermeasures development and validation services and supports capability delivery on behalf of the Intelligence and Security Group and the Australian Defence Force.The successful Commercial Officer will provide support to Land 156 acquisition activities, overseeing commercial aspects of contracts and agreements and ensuring contract compliance across internal business areas.
Core PurposeThe core purpose of this role is to provide commercial, procurement and contract management support to Defence acquisition activities within the EWIS Joint & Air SPO.The Commercial Officer will support contract compliance, procurement documentation, tender development, commercial risk management, financial controls and project outcomes in line with Commonwealth and Defence policy.
Scope / ResponsibilitiesThe Commercial Officer will be expected to support activities including:Supporting the development of tendersConducting response evaluation in accordance with AUSDEFCON suite requirementsAssisting with commercial and procurement functions in acquisition areasPlanning, organising and developing procurement documentationObtaining relevant internal approvalsSupporting due diligence activitiesSupporting subcontractor engagement and managementAssisting with commercial risk, opportunity and issue managementManaging contractual, procurement and financial activitiesSupporting compliance with Commonwealth and Defence procurement policiesParticipating in relevant courses, training and workshopsSupporting project reporting and commercial governanceCompleting additional project tasking as directed by the Project Director, Deputy Project Director or Project ManagerWorking collaboratively with project team members, stakeholders, contractors and Defence agencies
Key DeliverablesExpected deliverables may include:Tender development supportTender response evaluation inputsProcurement documentationInternal approval documentationContract management and contract performance supportCommercial risk,



opportunity and issue registersFinancial planning and pricing supportContract administration recordsProcurement compliance documentationSubcontractor engagement and due diligence supportCommercial reporting and project governance inputsStakeholder engagement and coordination supportDocumentation supporting Commonwealth and Defence policy compliance
Mandatory / Essential CriteriaCandidates should be able to demonstrate:Strong background in commercial managementExperience in program or project support functionsStrong reporting skillsDemonstrated familiarity with Commonwealth and Defence procurement policiesSound understanding of ASDEFCON-based contractsEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work autonomously and under broad directionAbility to meet demanding project milestonesExperience in financial planning, pricing, billing procedures and contract administrationHigh level of competence using Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to work collaboratively with project team members and stakeholdersAbility to manage work tasks aligned to strategic project objectivesAbility to communicate expected outcomes clearlyCurrent Australian Government security clearance of at least NV1Ability to work onsite for a minimum of 4 days per week
Desirable CriteriaHighly desirable experience may include:Legal qualificationsExperience with export controls and ITARExperience supporting Defence acquisition projectsExperience working in high-performing project teamsExperience building trusted relationships with project teams, customers and partnersUnderstanding of Electronic WarfareDefence experience as uniformed, APS or contractor personnelExperience supporting contract performance and procurement assuranceExperience working with ASDEFCON contracting frameworksAbility to apply critical thinking to complex commercial problemsExperience working in flexible delivery environments
Engagement DetailsRFQ Title: Land 156 Commercial OfficerRFQ Number: 2026-156-Joint-EWIS-JA-RFQRole Title: Commercial OfficerSkill Set: 4.5 Contract Management & Contract PerformanceSkill Level: L3Vacancies: 1FTE Required: 1.0Location: Canberra onlyWork Arrangement: Minimum 4 days onsite per weekStart Date: ASAPEnd Date: 31 December 2026Likely Extension: To December 2027Contracting Model: Time and MaterialsClearance: Minimum NV1, with requirement to uplift to NV2 on successful contractITAR Requirement: Yes




Clearance and Suitability RequirementsCandidates must hold a minimum NV1 security clearance.The successful candidate will be required to uplift to NV2 following successful contract award.This position may require access to US export-controlled materiel. Applicants may be requested to disclose:Dual citizenship with another countryCountry of birthAny relevant information required for ITAR access assessmentDual citizens may be subject to further assessment, and appointment will be conditional upon approval to access US-controlled export materiel in accordance with the United States Arms Export Control Act.The RFQ also notes that candidates must not have worked full time for Defence as either an ADF SERCAT 6 or 7 member, or APS employee, in the 12 months prior to commencing as an Above-the-Line contractor.
RFQ RelevanceYour profile will need to be positioned against the RFQ requirements, including:Contract management and contract performance experienceCommonwealth and Defence procurement policy knowledgeASDEFCON contract familiarityCommercial risk and issue management experienceFinancial planning, pricing and contract administration experienceAbility to support Land 156 acquisition activitiesAbility to work with Defence stakeholders and project teamsNV1 clearance and ability to uplift to NV2Ability to support ITAR-related requirementsAbility to work onsite in Canberra for at least 4 days per week
Rate GuidanceMaximum rate: $153.06/hour including superAzooa recommendation: Candidates are recommended to bid under $153.06/hour including super in the current market to support a more competitive submission.Rate competitiveness generally works as follows:Below $153.06/hour including super: stronger competitiveness positionAt $153.06/hour including super: maximum recommended rate positionAbove $153.06/hour including super: may be less competitive unless specialist Defence commercial management, ASDEFCON, EWIS, ITAR, procurement, contract performance or security-cleared experience strongly justifies the rateHigher rates may still be considered where niche Defence commercial management, ASDEFCON, EWIS, ITAR, procurement, contract performance or clearance experience outweigh rate competitiveness.Please provide your expected hourly or daily rate including super, so Azooa can assess competitiveness.
How Azooa Can Support YouAzooa can support you by:Positioning your profile to maximise win probabilityHelping align your rate with market expectationsAssisting with tailored responses and submission strategyHighlighting relevant Defence, procurement, ASDEFCON and commercial management experienceProviding access to similar Defence and Federal Government opportunities

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