Join Empirical Solutions – Assurance Engineering That Delivers Confidence
Empirical Solutions is seeking an experienced IV&V; Engineer to lead independent verification and validation activities across complex capability programs. This role is ideal for a Chartered Engineer with strong systems engineering expertise, a focus on governance and assurance, and the ability to foster collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
You will provide assurance that critical systems meet technical and functional requirements, while guiding engineering teams and supporting the delivery of mission-ready solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
Oversee and coordinate verification and validation activities in support of acquisition programs
Ensure test and evaluation objectives are met through structured assurance processes
Develop, manage, and maintain engineering documentation suites
Provide formal engineering advice across contracts and technical activities
Manage and update technical risk registers, implementing mitigation strategies as required
Support and mentor engineering team members, fostering career development
Review contractor deliverables and provide engineering feedback to ensure compliance and quality outcomes
Organise and facilitate engineering workshops, reviews, and collaborative forums
Ensure compliance with organisational quality management systems and engineering processes
Contribute to governance, oversight, and decision-making activities as directed by senior engineering leaders
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from professionals who bring:
Chartered Professional Engineer status (Engineers Australia or equivalent), or eligibility to attain chartered status




Tertiary qualifications in Systems Engineering (or equivalent professional experience)
Knowledge of structured capability acquisition processes and systems engineering frameworks
Demonstrated experience in engineering leadership, governance, and assurance
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders
Familiarity with structured contracting frameworks (e.g., ASDEFCON)
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
You'll be highly regarded if you also bring:
Prior experience in Defence, government, or other complex capability projects
Understanding of technical, logistical, and operational requirements in capability delivery
Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams across diverse technical domains
Required Behaviours
As an IV&V; Engineer at Empirical Solutions, you will:
Act prudently, ethically, and lawfully in all activities
Demonstrate stewardship of resources, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and value for money
Communicate clearly and transparently with leaders, partners, and stakeholders
Apply best practice engineering methods, ensuring outcomes are evidence-based and risk is managed appropriately
Encourage accountability, transparency, and collaboration across teams
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional integrity
Why Empirical Solutions?
Empirical Solutions is a veteran-owned Australian company delivering engineering, project management, and consulting excellence to strengthen national capability. We operate at the intersection of technical precision, strategic vision, and service-minded delivery.
We offer our team:
Flexible/hybrid working options
Paid parental and partner leave
Defence reservist support
Structured training, mentoring, and career development pathways
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