Senior Technical Assessments Lead (Export Controls)

Australian Department of Defence; Sydney; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BDCP bonus

Job summary

Australian Department of Defence in Sydney CBD NSW seeks an EL1 Technical Assessments Assistant Director to lead technical export control analyses for military and dual-use items, software and technology. This role drives Australia’s contributions to multilateral regimes and strengthens stakeholder relationships across government, industry and academia.

You will manage a high‑performing technical assessor team, set strategic direction, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous

Qualifications

• In-depth scientific and technological expertise.
• Formal qualifications in science or engineering are required.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication; ability to problem solve and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Determine the export control status of military and dual-use items, software and technology.
• Lead Australia’s technical contributions to multilateral export control regimes.
• Build and maintain relationships across government, industry and academia.
• Develop and implement work plans, set performance expectations and review outcomes.
• Coach and mentor staff and embed continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Science or Engineering qualifications

Job description

Australian Department of Defence in Sydney CBD NSW seeks an EL1 Technical Assessments Assistant Director to lead technical export control analyses for military and dual-use items, software and technology. This role drives Australia’s contributions to multilateral regimes and strengthens stakeholder relationships across government, industry and academia.

You will manage a high‑performing technical assessor team, set strategic direction, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous