Systems Engineer | Aviation & Software Specifications

COMPAS PTY LTD; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd is seeking a Systems Engineer to develop software Function and Performance Specifications (FPS) across aircraft platforms, simulators and LVC systems. This full-time onsite role supports a major aviation capability program and requires a current NV1 clearance.

Responsibilities include researching standards, drafting DIDs, evaluating tenders, and engaging stakeholders while presenting technical reports to committees and boards.

Qualifications

• Strong systems engineering capability with software specs and documentation.
• Experience in defence capability development or aircraft acquisition is desirable.
• Proven ability to draft specifications and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, traceable FPS for aircraft, simulators and LVC systems.
• Research applicable standards, develop maintenance specs and populate engineering databases.
• Draft DIDs, evaluate tenders and conduct vendor requirements reviews.
• Engage with stakeholders, resolve capability risks and present reports to committees.

Skills

Systems engineering

Software specifications

Requirements development

Technical writing

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Defence familiarity

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Systems Engineer |Aviation & Software Specifications
Contribute to a major aviation capability program as a Systems Engineer, developing software Function and Performance Specifications (FPS) across aircraft platforms, simulators and training systems. This role requires full-time onsite attendance and offers the opportunity to contribute to a complex aircraft acquisition and capability development program.
Location:RAAF Base Williamtown, NSW (preferred), or Russell Offices, Canberra, ACT (considered on a case-by-case basis).
Work Arrangement: Full-time onsite
Contract Duration: ASAP to 30 June 2027
Aviation & Software Specifications: Current active NV1 clearance (mandatory)

Essential Tasks

• Develop high-quality, traceable software Function and Performance Specifications (FPS) for aircraft, simulators, training solutions and live, virtual and constructive (LVC) systems.
• Research applicable standards, develop maintenance specifications and populate systems engineering databases.
• Draft ASDEFCON Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), evaluate tenders and conduct vendor requirements reviews.
• Engage with stakeholders, resolve complex capability risks and present technical reports to committees and boards.

Key Criteria

• Strong systems engineering capability, including software specifications, requirements development and technical documentation.
• Excellent analytical, technical writing, stakeholder engagement and presentation skills.
• Experience in Defence capability development, acquisition or aircraft acquisition is highly desirable.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience with systems engineering databases are desirable.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.