Contract:12-month contract commencing January ****, with up to3 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 complexLand Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare capabilities.
This is an opportunity 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:
ProvideSystems Engineering leadership and technical direction, coordinating engineering activities across complex capability programs.
Establish and coordinateengineering governance, technical reviews and assurance activities, ensuring quality and compliance with relevant Defence frameworks.
Review and assesstechnical documentation, engineering artefacts and contractor deliverables, identifying risks, issues and dependencies.
Supportsystems integration, interoperability and system-of-systems engineering, including capability architecture and technical integration activities.
Drive the application ofModel Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)and digital engineering practices across requirements, architecture, integration and lifecycle management.
Engage with senior Defence, Government, Industry and technical stakeholders, providingstrategic engineering advice, briefs, reports and recommendationsto support decision-making.
Skills and Experience we are looking for:




Demonstrated experience inSystems Engineering leadership or managementwithin Defence, Government or a complex technical environment.
Strong experience applying Systems Engineering principles acrosscapability development, acquisition, integration, sustainment and modernisation.
Proven capability inengineering governance, technical assurance, engineering risk management and technical review processes.
Demonstrated experience withMBSE, digital engineering, systems integration, interoperability and system-of-systems engineering.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and communicate withsenior Defence, Government, Industry and technical stakeholders.
Relevant tertiary qualifications inSystems 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 atrusted, expert, and reputablepartner 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'
RCSA 'Excellence in Social Purpose'
What We Offer Our People:
Adaptable 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
Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Engineering Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Vertical Scope Group
📍 Canberra