Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) Specialist

Amentum; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Inclusion

Benefits and Rewards

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) Specialist to support planning, coordination, and integration of capability outcomes within Defence. You will work with Army Headquarters to shape capability requirements, manage dependencies, and drive decision-making across the capability lifecycle.

Based in Canberra, ACT, this role engages a wide range of Defence stakeholders and project teams, with NV1 clearance and 6+ years in Defence or related programs.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or coordinating FIC activities within Defence environments.
• Strong understanding of Defence capability development, acquisition and governance processes.
• Experience supporting complex Defence acquisition or capability programs.
• Proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders across Defence and industry.
• Strong analytical skills to identify risks, gaps, dependencies, and opportunities.
• Experience developing business cases, capability submissions, governance documentation, and executive briefs.
• Understanding of capability integration, transition planning, and lifecycle management principles.
• Experience supporting project planning, scheduling, and cost modelling activities.
• NV1 Security Clearance with the ability to obtain NV2 (NV2 highly regarded).
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, preferably within Defence or related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver FIC activities across a complex Defence capability program.
• Engage with Army, Defence and external stakeholders to manage FIC requirements and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain FIC documentation including assessments and transition plans.
• Prepare capability submissions, executive briefs, and decision-support products.
• Plan and schedule FIC requirements across the capability lifecycle.
• Analyse capability requirements to identify risks, gaps, impacts and opportunities.
• Advise on FIC integration, capability development and risk mitigation.
• Support project cost models and acquisition planning activities.
• Lead governance activities including agendas and records of decision.
• Support assurance and contestability activities to align with Defence requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Defence capability

Governance & submissions

Risk analysis

Cost modelling

Briefings & governance papers

Lifecycle management

Planning & scheduling

Security clearance NV1

Experience Defence programs

Job description

Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) Specialist

• Shape the future of Defence capability through strategic program delivery.
• Influence high-impact decisions alongside senior Defence stakeholders
• Join a mission-focused team delivering nationally significant outcomes.

• Shape the future of Defence capability through strategic program delivery.
• Influence high-impact decisions alongside senior Defence stakeholders
• Join a mission-focused team delivering nationally significant outcomes.

Amentum is continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. We have a growing presence in cyber, space and nuclear programs.

Tell me about this role:

We are seeking a Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) Specialist to support the planning, coordination, and integration of capability outcomes within a complex Defence environment. Working within Army Headquarters, you will contribute to critical capability decisions by coordinating FIC activities that support acquisition, governance, and capability realisation objectives. Collaborating with Defence stakeholders, project teams, and subject matter experts, you will help shape capability requirements, manage key dependencies, and support informed decision-making throughout the capability lifecycle. This is an opportunity to work in a strategically important role and contribute to capability outcomes that support Australia's national security.

What will I be doing day to day?

• Coordinate and deliver Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) activities across a complex Defence capability program.
• Engage with Army, Defence, and external stakeholders to manage FIC requirements, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain FIC-related documentation, including assessments, management plans, integration requirements, and transition plans.
• Support the preparation of capability submissions, executive briefs, presentations, and decision-support products.
• Coordinate the identification, planning, costing, and scheduling of FIC requirements across the capability lifecycle.
• Analyse capability requirements to identify risks, gaps, impacts, and opportunities.
• Provide advice on FIC integration, capability development, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of project cost models and acquisition planning activities.
• Lead and coordinate governance activities, including agendas, governance papers, records of decision, and action tracking.
• Support assurance, review, and contestability activities to ensure capability outcomes align with Defence requirements and government expectations.

What Sort of Skills Do I Need?

• Experience delivering or coordinating Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) activities within Defence environments.
• Strong understanding of Defence capability development, acquisition, and governance processes.
• Experience supporting complex Defence acquisition or capability programs.
• Proven ability to engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders across Defence and industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify capability risks, issues, dependencies, and opportunities.
• Experience developing business cases, capability submissions, governance documentation, and executive-level briefings.
• Understanding of capability integration, transition planning, and lifecycle management principles.
• Experience supporting project planning, scheduling, and cost modelling activities.
• NV1 Security Clearance with the ability to obtain NV2 (NV2 highly regarded).
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, preferably within Defence or a related capability acquisition environment.

Location: Canberra, ACT

Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday), onsite with flexibility in line with client requirements.

What’s in it for me?

• Flexibility -We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as WFH where possible.
• Inclusion -Our employees should feel safe bringing their whole self to work, we offer a number of programs promoting inclusion.
• Benefits and Rewards –Our benefits and rewards includesadditional superannuation;flexible leave options;salary continuation insurance;professional certification bonus;employee discount program.

Amentum: Trusted Partner in National Security

Amentum is a key service provider to the Australian Government, supporting critical national security and Defence capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, space, nuclear, and digital domains. With over 880 professionals nationwide, we deliver complex infrastructure, logistics, and technical solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

With 27+ years of experience and a presence in major cities and regions, we’re proud of our people—our greatest asset. Join us and be part of a high-performing team with exceptional benefits and career opportunities.