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Downer Defence Permanent Opportunities - Space Branch

Provide technical and project support for defence space systems, including engineering, logistics, and management.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Full Time
Intermediate (4-7 years)
-must hold and maintain a minimum negative vetting 1 (nv1) security clearance. -may require compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar).

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite
Security Clearance
-must hold and maintain a minimum negative vetting 1 (nv1) security clearance. -may require compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar).

About the Role

• Provide functional sustainment support for Systems Engineering, SATCOM Engineering, Integrated Logistics Support, Project Support, and Project Management. • Act as a technical subject matter expert and add value to projects. • Translate technical documentation into practical, tangible solutions. • Maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) or higher security clearance; may require ITAR compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • systems engineering
  • satcom engineering
  • logistics support
  • project management
  • technical expertise
  • security clearance

What You Bring

Join our Downer Professional Services team and express your interest in future opportunities within our Space Systems Branch (SSB) stream. We are seeking skilled professionals with Defence or Defence industry experience to join our permanent workforce and support complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. • Possess experience in the Defence or consulting services industries. • Hold a bachelor's degree or relevant certification in your specialization. • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

Requirements

  • defence
  • consulting
  • bachelor's
  • communication

Benefits

What it means to belong at Downer Professional Services includes meaningful work that helps deliver critical defence projects, professional development through career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and Communities of Practice, great perks such as discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more via Perks@Downer, and veteran support like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post‑service. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know – we’re here to help you put your best foot forward. We aim to ensure an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for all candidates.

Work Environment

Onsite

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