Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.
Downer Professional Services comprises of three business units our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice, and Team Downer, which partners with CASG and NSSG as a major service provider to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for clients across Defence and National Security.
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced System Safety Engineer to support our CASG Space Branch client. Based onsite in Canberra, you will provide system safety assurance and independent auditing support within a complex satellite communications environment.
What You’ll Do
This role offers a broad scope, with key role responsibilities including:
- Maintain the System Safety Program for the Satellite Communications Systems Program Office, SATCOMSPO.
- Review and update the System Safety Program Plan.
- Provide an independent safety auditor function to the System Program Office.
- Independently assess safety arguments prepared by Engineering and Technical staff for consideration by the Executive Authority.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of SATCOM materiel safety controls and support ongoing safety assurance activities.
What You’ll Bring
- A Bachelor of Engineering recognised under the Washington Accord and suitable for appointment as a Technical Authority.
- Demonstrated experience in system safety, safety assurance or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Strong systems engineering experience, ideally gained within a Defence, government or similarly regulated environment.
- The ability to undertake independent technical assessments and communicate safety findings clearly to senior stakeholders.
- Chartered Professional Engineer status is highly desirable.
Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain an AGSVA Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.