At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to shape the future of the Royal Australian Navy.
- Company: Defence Australia, committed to delivering critical maritime capabilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, additional remuneration benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting career growth in a collaborative environment with diverse projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on maritime projects that matter to national security.
- Qualifications: Strong background in ship systems, systems engineering, and risk management.
The predicted salary is between 95187 - 108734 $ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to projects that will shape the future of Royal Australian Navy capability. This role will give you exposure to multiple maritime delivery projects. As a Project Engineer, you will apply your expertise in ship systems, along with your knowledge in systems engineering, to support a range of technical assurance activities across the Branch. You’ll work closely with the Engineering & Technical Directorate and broader stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of complex maritime projects.
Duties:
- Review contract deliverables and provide technical advice on their compliance and acceptability.
- Assess Engineering Change Proposals and advise on the suitability of proposed changes.
- Identify, articulate, and manage technical risks in accordance with Navy risk management policy.
- Develop, implement, and monitor controls and mitigations to reduce risks.
- Support integration and verification activities through the assurance of objective quality evidence received.
- Monitor Contractor performance against technical specifications and Contract requirements, escalating issues where necessary.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication.
- Participate in technical audits and assurance reviews.
- Contribute to continuous improvement across the branch, implementing more efficient and effective work practices.
This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability.
About our Team:
The Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) Branch is responsible for delivering the Arafura-class Patrol Vessels to the Royal Australian Navy under SEA1180 Phase 1. These vessels will play a critical role in constabulary missions, maritime patrol, and response duties. The Arafura-class program is an exciting and challenging initiative with a high delivery tempo and significant strategic importance. Within the OPV Branch, the Engineering & Technical Directorate provides specialist engineering, governance, and assurance services to support capability delivery. Operating within a matrixed organisation, the Directorate’s engineers and technical specialists work across multiple maritime platforms and acquisition projects, ensuring consistency in technical assurance and risk management. This structure enables the team to share expertise, apply best practices, and deliver integrated solutions across Navy’s capability portfolio.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- An understanding of the One Defence Capability System.
- Strong background in ship systems and systems engineering.
- Ability to interpret, review, and assure technical documentation and contractual deliverables.
- Experience in risk management and applying engineering principles to complex projects.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Possess a strong commitment to professional development and the desire to gain and apply new knowledge to workplace activities.
Application Closing Date: Wednesday 7 January 2026
Engineer Professional employer: Defence Australia
As a Capability Costing Analyst within the Defence Finance Group, you will join a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to providing critical financial analysis that informs government decisions on major capability investments. Our workplace culture prioritises flexibility and professional growth, offering opportunities to engage with senior leaders and contribute to meaningful projects that impact national defence. With a commitment to continuous improvement and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced, intellectually stimulating settings.
