Test and Assurance Manager | Canberra ACT

Location:
Symonston, Canberra ACT Contract: 1 January 2027 – 30 June 2028 Extension: 1 x 12-month option Working Arrangements: Full-time onsite Security Clearance: Minimum NV1 required at commencement, with potential upgrade to NV2 Bridge IT Engineering is seeking an experienced Test and Assurance Manager to support a major government capability program based in Canberra, ACT. This opportunity will suit an experienced Test & Evaluation (T&E;) qualified with a strong background in systems engineering, integration testing, verification and validation within complex ICT or systems engineering environments. The successful candidate will support the planning, coordination, execution and reporting of Test & Evaluation activities across complex systems-of-systems environments, ensuring operational effectiveness, interoperability and compliance with engineering and assurance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, coordinate and deliver Test & Evaluation activities, including verification and validation.
- Develop and review test plans, methodologies, procedures and technical reports.
- Conduct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), workshops and assurance activities.




- Identify and manage testing risks, safety considerations and system integration requirements.
- Analyse test results and assess operational effectiveness and suitability.
- Engage with stakeholders, engineering teams and project managers to support capability delivery.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of T&E; processes, standards and documentation. Skills and Experience To be successful, candidates will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in Test & Evaluation, systems engineering, verification and validation.
- Strong understanding of complex systems integration, test planning and assurance methodologies.
- Excellent organisational, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
- Ability to develop high-quality technical documentation and communicate findings effectively.
- Ability to work onsite in Symonston, ACT.
- Minimum NV1 security clearance at commencement. Apply now for a confidential discussion about this opportunity. *Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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📌 Test and Assurance Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Bridge IT Engineering
📍 Canberra