Systems Engineer - MSP Canberra

QinetiQ employs more than 8000 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.

In Australia we employ more than 600 people across all States and Territories. QinetiQ is a unique company to be a part of. This uniqueness comes not just from our skills and experience, but through our people first culture and collective commitment to helping our customers protect assets and save lives. Our determination to deliver and improve today, and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.

QinetiQ is developing at an incredible pace year on year and we’re not slowing down!

This is an exciting phase in our history and we are looking for talented Systems Engineer based in Canberra, to join our Major Service Provider (MSP) Division as we embark on our next phase of growth.

You’ll share our values of Performance, Collaboration and Integrity, and our purpose to protect the safety and security of our nation. Joining our talented team, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive environment with an enviable culture which inspires our people to deliver their best work.

About the Role

We have a range of different opportunities for Systems Engineers in our Canberra Team, supporting a wide variety of Defence projects. As such, we will work with you to target the area that is of greatest interest to yourself and most beneficial to your future career with QinetiQ.   The roles generally include developing key client artefacts and documentation to enable acquisition and approval.

As a Systems Engineer, your responsibilities may include the following:

• Developing required documentation for progression through the Department Product Lifecycle Management Model (PLCMM)
• Managing the preparation of Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) that the materiel being delivered by the Project and Work Package(s) (WP) meets the requirements of the Executive Authority
• Providing technical advice and recommendations to the Project Lead and Project Director
• Developing the required documentation for project maturity
• Communicating with the Capability Manager and other stakeholders
• Working effectively in a small team environment
• Providing systems engineering knowledge/skills transfer to other team members

To be successful for the role of Systems Engineer you will need to bring with you:

• Formal qualifications from a recognised tertiary institute or relevant industry experience       

• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering or relatable role
• Proven experience in delivering high quality capability documentation to enable the project to attain Initial Material Release (IMR), Initial Operational Capability (IOC), and Final Operational Capability (FOC) on time and within budget
• Be a self-motivator with the ability to work under limited supervision to achieve directed project/capability outcomes
• Possess strong communication skills with a focus on stakeholder engagement and management
• Well-developed analytical and conceptual skills

• Experience in planning, analysis, and development of material introduction into service requirements with an understanding of and experience in processing materiel

Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance. QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

A full list of our employee benefits can be found here: https://www.qinetiq.com/en-au/careers/benefits

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers’ advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Gender Equality Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan we also encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.