Description We currently have an opportunity for a Systems Engineer. Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. Responsibilities What You’ll Do This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including: Perform critical and complex engineering activities and provide advice in the field of systems engineering under broad direction. Accountable for exercising assigned engineering authorities and any Technical Regulatory Authority delegations. Apply engineering knowledge and experience to identify risks and uncertainties and take these into account in planning, decision making and priority setting. Demonstrate systems engineering knowledge and provide advice and recommendations on the development of advancements to established engineering principles, techniques, methods and regulations. Assess technical and design packages including scoping, planning, reviewing, provide recommendations and contribute to the implementation of actions. Evaluate that the delivered materiel meets the endorsed requirements and legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks, provide recommendations and contribute to the implementation of actions. Qualifications What You’ll Bring You must have and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. Registered Chartered Professional Engineer on National Engineering Register (NER) with several years of relevant engineering experience. Strong knowledge of RF/network/communication engineering architecture. Development of Safety Case and Technical Certification Reports and packages for Capability Manager signature. An understanding and experience of the Capability Life Cycle (CLC). A clear understanding of Configuration Management. Experience with developing and managing Hazard logs and Safety Case Reports. Experience with ASDEFCON deliverables. More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. Why Downer Professional Services At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests. What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services Meaningful work: You’ll play a key role in delivering or supporting critical defence projects and programs that make a genuine impact. Supportive culture : Our high-performing teams thrive on collaboration and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual. Endless opportunities : With career pathways across our business units, including Team Downer MSP, there’s always a chance to grow, learn, and take on exciting new challenges. Professional development : From skills recognition and career mapping to our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we invest in your growth. Plus, our Communities of Practice foster shared learning and connections across the business. Great perks : Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more. Veteran support initiatives and policies : Including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.