At Coras, we fuse expertise with humanity, rigor with creativity and innovation with curiosity. At the core of our business is the belief that a diversity of perspectives is the key to new thinking. That’s why our team brings together deep industry experience with some of the brightest young minds in Australia. Our values are more than just words on an email signature; we’re driven by an ethos that inspires and governs everything we do.
The Role:
We are seeking experienced Defence Maritime Capability Specialists at the Manager and Senior Manager levels to join our growing Maritime Capability team in Canberra.
Working alongside Defence and Navy stakeholders, you will support the development, definition and delivery of complex maritime capability outcomes. You will apply your expertise in Defence capability management, maritime operations, project delivery and stakeholder engagement to develop and review the processes, documentation and artefacts required to progress capability outcomes.
You will operate as a trusted advisor to clients, translating complex operational, technical and strategic information into clear recommendations and decision-ready material. You will help shape capability solutions, support delivery activities, and work across Defence and industry stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
Our Ideal Candidate:
You are an experienced Defence professional who understands how complex maritime capability is defined, developed and delivered. You bring strong domain knowledge, strategic thinking and the ability to operate confidently across operational, technical and strategic environments. You are comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, leading delivery activities, and producing high-quality outputs that support Defence decision-making.
You will bring:
- Demonstrated experience in Defence capability management, capability development, capability realisation, or a closely related discipline
- Strong understanding of the including how capability decisions progress through the Defence capability lifecycle
- Experience developing and reviewing Defence capability artefacts, including briefs, submissions, governance material, requirements documentation, capability plans or related products
- Ability to analyse complex information, identify key issues and provide clear, practical advice to senior stakeholders
- Strong written communication skills, with the ability to create concise and compelling documentation for senior audiences
- Demonstrated experience leading projects, workstreams or consulting engagements in complex Defence environments
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across Defence, industry and technical communities
Highly regarded experience includes:
- Experience supporting naval capability development, combat systems, engineering, sustainment or acquisition programs
- Experience working with Navy, the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG) or Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Group (NSSG), Defence Industry or other Defence organisations
- Exposure to Defence gate reviews, capability submissions, investment processes or strategic planning activities
- Qualifications in engineering, project management, Defence studies, strategic studies or related fields
As we are a Defence consultancy, you must also have the ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA security clearance.
Coras prides itself on being a management consultancy with a difference. Underpinned by our core values, we are trailblazers for innovative consulting models and strategic solutions. As a result, we have built a culture that has our people’s aspirations, development and wellbeing front and centre.
Some of our employee benefits include:
- Well defined pathway for advancement
- Access to SME coaches to support your development
- Paid parental leave provisions
- Access to external and internal training, including a consulting skills program
- An additional 5 days per year of professional development leave
- Whole of company annual conference
- The opportunity to work with like-minded people on exciting projects
- Access to our Employee Assistance Provider
We believe great work happens when people from all walks of life are in the room. We welcome applications from everyone, and we support flexible and hybrid working arrangements where we can.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated experience in Defence capability management, capability development, capability realisation, or closely related discipline
- Strong understanding of how capability decisions progress through the Defence capability lifecycle
- Experience developing and reviewing Defence capability artefacts (briefs, submissions, governance material, requirements documentation, capability plans)
- Ability to analyse complex information, identify key issues and provide clear, practical advice to senior stakeholders
- Strong written communication skills, able to create concise and compelling documentation for senior audiences
- Demonstrated experience leading projects, workstreams or consulting engagements in complex Defence environments
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with ability to influence and collaborate across Defence, industry and technical communities
- Ability to obtain and maintain an AGSVA security clearance
- Experience supporting naval capability development, combat systems, engineering, sustainment or acquisition programs
- Experience working with Navy, CASG, NSSG, Defence Industry or other Defence organisations
- Exposure to Defence gate reviews, capability submissions, investment processes or strategic planning activities
- Qualifications in engineering, project management, Defence studies, strategic studies or related fields
What We Do
Who we are and what we do. We’re Coras. An Australian owned consultancy delivering management services, business improvement, and other advisory services to a wide range of clients. We're contemporary, dynamic and client focused and we pride ourselves on being a little different to other consultancies. Fusing innovative thinking with energy, passion, and a human, empathetic approach, we challenge norms, facilitate change, and deliver real value to our clients. We’re extremely proud of the strong reputation we’ve built for the quality of our delivery. Our thought leadership is highly respected and we’ve become trusted advisors to our core clients. How do we do it? With one key point of difference: our people. Our fearless tribe of consultants are individually recognised as specialists in their fields, are dedicated to making a difference and, most importantly, they love what they do. If you’re interested in our services, please get in touch to find out how we can get started on an exciting, transformative future together.
