At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex engineering projects and manage ICT systems for operational support.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at a leading tech firm in Canberra.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by designing innovative systems that meet user needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in ICT systems and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Security Clearance: NV1
Length of Contract: 7 months
The role closes on 27/10/2026
Location: Brindabella Business Park, Canberra ACT
Key Skills / Attributes
- Demonstrated experience managing or assuring complex ICT, command and control, or operational support systems, including applications, networks, hosting environments, interfaces, and their operational use.
- Sound understanding of ICT and system integration environments, with the ability to translate user needs into requirements, acceptance criteria, and informed engineering decisions.
- Proven experience leading complex engineering activities involving multiple stakeholders, including requirements development, capability planning, technical governance, and industry engagement.
SFIA Skills Sought
- The design of systems to meet specified requirements, compatible with agreed systems architectures, adhering to corporate standards and within constraints of performance and feasibility.
- The identification of concepts and their translation into a design which forms the basis for systems construction and verification.
- The design or selection of components.
- The development of a complete set of detailed models, properties, and/or characteristics described in a form suitable for implementation.
- The adoption and adaptation of systems design lifecycle models based on the context of the work and selecting appropriately from predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches.
DESN Level 4 Designs components using appropriate modelling techniques following agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology. Identifies and evaluates alternative design options and trade-offs. Creates multiple design views to address the concerns of the different stakeholders of the architecture and to handle both functional and non-functional requirements. Models, simulates or prototypes the behaviour of proposed systems components to enable approval by stakeholders. Produces detailed design specification to form the basis for construction of systems. Reviews, verifies and improves own designs against specifications.
We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, Australian Defence Force and First Responder veterans, women in STEM, and people of all abilities, including those registered with the NDIS.
Control Systems Engineering Lead in Canberra employer: Downer
At Downer, we pride ourselves on fostering a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion, making it an exceptional place to work as a Delivery Service Supervisor. With ample opportunities for career advancement, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive work environment, you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact in the Sydney inner city area. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our perks, including healthcare discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, ensuring you and your family are supported both personally and professionally.
