Systems Engineer Manager – NV1

- Contract: 12-month contract commencing January 2027, with up to 3 x 12-month extension options
- Location: Russell, Canberra
- Security Clearance: NV1 security clearance required
- Technical Focus: Systems Engineering leadership, MBSE, systems integration, interoperability, engineering governance, technical assurance and capability modernisation

Role Join a high-profile Defence capability program supporting the delivery and modernisation of complex Land Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare capabilities . This is an prospect for an experienced Systems Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership, strengthen engineering governance and assurance, and contribute to capability development, integration, acquisition and sustainment across a complex portfolio.

Your duties will include:

- Provide Systems Engineering leadership and technical direction , coordinating engineering activities across complex capability programs.
- Establish and coordinate engineering governance, technical reviews and assurance activities , ensuring quality and compliance with relevant Defence frameworks.
- Review and assess technical documentation, engineering artefacts and contractor deliverables , identifying risks, issues and dependencies.
- Support systems integration, interoperability and system-of-systems engineering , including capability architecture and technical integration activities.
- Drive the application of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices across requirements, architecture, integration and lifecycle management.
- Engage with senior Defence, Government, Industry and technical stakeholders, providing strategic engineering advice, briefs, reports and recommendations to support decision-making.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

- Demonstrated experience in Systems Engineering leadership or management within Defence, Government or a complex technical environment.




- Strong experience applying Systems Engineering principles across capability development, acquisition, integration, sustainment and modernisation .
- Proven capability in engineering governance, technical assurance, engineering risk management and technical review processes .
- Demonstrated experience with MBSE, digital engineering, systems integration, interoperability and system-of-systems engineering .
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and communicate with senior Defence, Government, Industry and technical stakeholders .
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, IT or a related discipline , with formal Systems Engineering/MBSE qualifications or Defence capability experience highly regarded.

Why Join Vertical Scope Group? As a 100% Australian owned and operated consultancy with a DISP Level 3 membership, we’ve built a reputation as a trusted, expert, and reputable partner delivering impactful ICT and Cyber solutions to the nation’s most important programs.

Multi-award winners including:

- RCSA 'Excellence in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging'
- RCSA ‘Excellence in Client Services’
- Prime Minister’s Veteran Employment Awards
- RCSA ‘Excellence in Social Purpose’

What We Offer Our People:

- Flexible work options (when available)
- Birthday leave & generous Defence leave
- Paid industry events & annual conference
- Upskilling with RTO partners + budget for certifications
- Additional super contributions
- Fortnightly payroll
- Access to diverse, secure, and exciting programs

Apply Now or Reach Out: If you're passionate about using your Exadata expertise to support critical national programs and want to be part of a team that truly values people — express your interest today.

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Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Engineering Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Vertical Scope Group
📍 Canberra