Jobs at Nova Systems

Manage integrated logistics support for Australian Defence maritime strategic communications projects across the capability lifecycle. Coordinate Defence stakeholders, develop ILS documentation and artefacts, review contract deliverables, advise on policies and legislation, assess contractor logistics activities, analyze complex logistics issues, and support IOC/FOC assurance. The role requires leadership in complex stakeholder environments, Defence acquisition and sustainment expertise, and eligibility for an NV2 security clearance.

Manages Integrated Logistics Support activities for Australian Defence Force electromagnetic warfare projects across the capability lifecycle. Coordinates Defence stakeholders, develops ILS plans and artefacts, reviews contract deliverables, advises on policies, evaluates contractor logistics activities, supports capability gate reviews and FIC assurance, and analyzes complex logistics issues. The role requires Defence acquisition and sustainment expertise, stakeholder leadership, communication skills, and NV1 clearance with eligibility for NV2.

Lead engineering delivery for modelling and simulation projects, translating user requirements into software and hardware designs, monitoring quality and timelines, supporting development across the engineering lifecycle, and resolving technical issues with software engineers and data analysts. The role includes creating user stories, testing and accepting capabilities, developing minimum viable products and concept demonstrators, and leading customer demonstrations. Work supports defence customers and requires collaboration with military operators, regular client-site travel, UK nationality, and eligibility for SC clearance.

Provides reception and office administration for a Fremantle office, including visitor and call management, meeting room coordination, supplies, maintenance, onboarding, travel bookings, expense reconciliation, executive support, events, and workplace safety and security coordination. This is a permanent part-time, office-based role requiring Australian citizenship, eligibility for an AGSVA security clearance, strong communication and organisational skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and occasional travel.

Coordinates requests for information across Defence capability programs, managing stakeholders, actions, governance, technical inputs, security considerations, export controls, and information release matters. The role tracks risks and dependencies, resolves barriers, supports decision-making, and maintains relationships across Defence, industry, engineering, and operational stakeholders.

Leads strategic planning, governance, workforce planning, performance reporting, transformation, and continuous improvement across a complex Defence program environment. Advises senior Defence and industry stakeholders, manages risks and benefits realization, develops operating models and executive recommendations, and leads a high-performing team supporting Defence capability outcomes.

Manage complex Defence capability projects across acquisition, delivery, sustainment, and governance lifecycles. Responsibilities include schedules, budgets, risks, resources, contracts, stakeholder engagement, capability gates, governance documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement. The role supports Electronic Warfare and Intelligence Systems programs and requires collaboration with Defence, ADF, industry, and international stakeholders within a regulated environment.

Manage complex Defence capability projects across acquisition, sustainment, and the full capability lifecycle. Responsibilities include schedules, budgets, risks, resources, governance documentation, contract deliverables, stakeholder engagement, capability gate progression, reporting, and continuous improvement. The role supports Electronic Warfare and Intelligence Systems programs and requires collaboration with Defence, ADF, government, industry, and international stakeholders within a regulated environment.

Lead Defence programs in Canberra, overseeing delivery, budgets, governance, resources, client relationships, commercial performance, business development, risk, and people leadership. The role manages multiple projects, drives continual improvement, supports capture and bid activity, and ensures contract outcomes and sustainable growth. Applicants need senior Defence industry experience, strong stakeholder and commercial skills, Australian citizenship, and a current AGSVA NV1 clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

Consultants will provide engineering and advisory support across Defence technology and mission projects. Responsibilities include developing technical solutions, assessing systems and processes, identifying improvements, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and preparing technical reports and project documentation. Positions span systems, software, DevSecOps, cyber, safety, verification and validation, integration and testing, architecture, and mission engineering. Applicants must be Australian citizens with active or suspended NV1 clearance and relevant Defence industry experience.

Manage small-to-medium Defence projects across the capability lifecycle. Develop project plans, schedules, risk and change registers; monitor scope, budget and schedule; lead resources and subcontractors; handle commercial activities and compliance; engage stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

Provide integrated logistics consultancy for Defence projects: assess systems and processes, deliver technical solutions, engage stakeholders, prepare technical reports, and support multi-project delivery.

Provide explosive ordnance engineering consultancy to Defence clients: review requirements, assess risks, deliver technical advice and reports, solve complex engineering problems, support multidisciplinary teams, and build long-term client relationships.

Create and maintain integrated docking schedules, sequence and deconflict workpacks, update forecasts, assess schedule impacts, identify risks/opportunities, and provide schedule analysis and reporting to support EW defence projects.

The role involves providing specialist engineering support in Defence contexts, focusing on systems engineering lifecycle activities, verification, validation, and safety assurance, while collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams.

Nova Systems is seeking expressions of interest from professionals with Defence experience for future opportunities in engineering, project delivery, logistics, and corporate services in complex environments.

Nova Systems is seeking professionals across multiple disciplines such as EO Engineers, Cyber Engineers, ILS Consultants, and Project Managers to support the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance programs for the Australian Department of Defence.

Manage engineering services for Navy patrol boats and hydrographic vessels, ensuring compliance and technical investigations while supporting teams and stakeholders.

Nova Systems offers tailored graduate opportunities in engineering and consulting roles. Graduates will work on real projects, gaining hands-on experience while developing their skills with guidance from experienced professionals.