Systems Engineer - Test and Evaluation Consultant.

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• Strong company culture 

• Australian owned and operated 

• Opportunities based in Adelaide 

About the role:
Working as part of a multidisciplinary industry team, you will collaborate with Defence and the Defence industry to support the modernisation of Land C4 capability. You will contribute to the integration, testing and assurance of mission-critical systems that enable Defence operations, while helping shape future capability through systems engineering, verification and validation, and test and evaluation activities.

These roles are an opportunity for Systems Engineers who enjoy Test & Evaluation activities to 

work with operationally relevant systems, influence capability outcomes, and gain exposure across the full systems engineering lifecycle. Multiple opportunities now exist to join the team responsible for integrating, testing and assuring the complex command, control, communications and information systems that underpin Defence operations. Working within a consulting environment, you'll get hands on experience to bring together new technologies, validate mission-critical capabilities, and support the continuous evolution of the Land C4 ecosystem.

Note - these roles are primarily based in Adelaide, with the potential for relocation assistance from other states.

What you’ll be involved with:

• Developing and executing test and evaluation activities.

• Producing test plans, test procedures, verification artefacts and technical reports.

• Conducting system verification, validation and capability assurance activities.

• Analysing test results and providing evidence-based recommendations.

• Supporting the integration of current and emerging Land C4 products and systems.

• Identifying, investigating and resolving system integration issues.

• Supporting configuration management and maintenance of system baselines.

• Working with Defence stakeholders to evolve capability requirements and assess future solutions.

• Contributing to capability roadmaps, technical assessments and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborating with engineering, cyber, support, training and operational specialists to deliver best-for-Defence outcomes.

What we would like from you:

• An Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.

• Systems Engineering experience across Test & Evaluation (T&E), Verification & Validation (V&V), systems integration and capability assurance

• Previous Defence experience and an interest in test and evaluation activities.

• Hands-on experience developing and executing test plans, test procedures and verification activities, then analysing results and producing technical reports/recommendations.

• Experience contributing to engineering analysis, technical studies or engineering artefact development

• Familiarity with communications systems, spectrum management or related RF technologies will be advantageous

• Experience identifying and troubleshooting system/interface integration issues and supporting resolution.

• Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams including systems engineering, cyber, communications, training, support and operational stakeholders.

• Strong technical writing and stakeholder engagement skills, particularly working with Defence/customer engineering representatives.

We recognise that strong candidates may not meet every requirement listed above. If your experience aligns with test and evaluation, hands-on integration or verification and validation, we encourage you to apply. 

An active NV1 clearance is required for these roles. 

Life at Nova – it all adds up! 

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter. 

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.  

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are: 

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks 

• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to well-being activities 

• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service 

• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people 

• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust 

• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more 

• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members 

• Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun! 

• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content 

• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance 

• Free Flu Vaccination annually 

• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice 

• Nova Employee Company Share Offer 

• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture 

• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously! 

You can view the full range of benefits on our website.

Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.  

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.   

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website.  

Veteran   

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate.  

ITAR   

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances  

NOVA SYSTEMS   

Nova Systems is one of the largest Australian owned and operated Defence and Security companies with a global presence as a leader in capability assurance and systems integration.

We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day. Our people combine technical skills with an in-depth understanding of what is needed – from Defence and essential services to border security.

We are leaders in Test & Evaluation (T&E), Certification and Systems Assurance, and incorporate the latest Digital Engineering tools and methods including modelling, simulation, and digital twins.

We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.