Systems Engineering - Sydney

Downer; Council of the City of Ryde; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence contractor in Australia is seeking skilled professionals for various roles, including Systems Integration and Requirements Engineering. Candidates should have experience in Defence sectors and hold relevant engineering qualifications. The company values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workforce. Competitive perks and a collaborative environment await potential employees.

Benefits

Discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles

Veteran support initiatives

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Ideally experienced in Defence or consulting services industries.
• Familiar with Validation and Verification (V&V) and Test and Evaluation (T&E).
• Strong experience in system design, safety engineering, and project leadership.

Skills

Defence sector experience

Team collaboration

Stakeholder management

Hands-on engineering experience

Education

Qualified/certified Engineer or equivalent qualification

Job description

Join our Downer Professional Services team and express your interest in future opportunities with us. We are seeking to engage 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.

Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi‑disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

We’re currently recruiting across Canberra, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne with experience aligned with the following roles:

• Systems Integration Engineering
• Requirements Engineering
• Systems Administration
• Communication Engineers
• Systems Safety Engineers

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience ideally within the Defence or consulting services industries.
• Proven experience working in Land, Communications, Navy, Space or other Defence sectors.
• Experience with Validation and Verification (V&V), Test and Evaluation (T&E), System Design, Safety Engineering and/or systems concepts and specifications.
• Strong engineering experience in a hands‑on role as well as ability to consult and lead projects.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and stakeholder management.
• Qualified/certified Engineer or holding an equivalent engineering qualification.

Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace – we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.

What it means to belong at Downer Professional Services

Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.

Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.

Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.

Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply – potential counts, and so do you.