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Shape the Future of Defence with Nova Systems
Locations - Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, Melbourne and Newcastle
About The Role
Nova is partnering with Defence on one of Australia's most forward-leaning innovation programs, and we're looking to connect with experienced professionals who want to help accelerate new capability into service.
We're growing a national team to help Defence rapidly turn disruptive technologies into operational capability. If you have experience in systems engineering, mission solutions, test & evaluation, cyber security, or related technical domains, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise to projects with real strategic impact.
You'll be working at the forefront of Defence innovation, where ideas become prototypes, and prototypes become capability.
As a professional services technology company, we work ahead of confirmed projects. That means we're building talent pipelines now for upcoming mission-critical work, so expressing interest puts you in front for when projects receive the green light.
What's In It For You
At Nova, you'll be part of a trusted and respected Australian-owned company where your expertise contributes directly to national security. Where you can expect :
Meaningful work with purpose - contributing to real capability outcomes for Defence and national security
Variety in problem-solving - working across different projects, domains and technologies over time
A collaborative and supportive group of professionals where expertise is valued and innovation is encouraged
Opportunities to grow your skills across the business both through and professional development
What You'll Be Involved In
You may contribute across areas such as :
Systems Engineering, Mission Analysis, Test & Evaluation, Configuration Management, Cyber Security or Logistics Management
Delivering outcomes using a mission-based, agile approach to innovation
Collaborating with Defence, industry and academia to adapt, trial and transition emerging technologies
Developing clear technical documentation, reports and artefacts within Defence systems and environments
Participating in short, high-impact projects that explore and advance emerging capabilities
What We're Looking For
Experience in the Defence industry or similarly complex technical environments
Relevant degree for engineering positions recognised by Engineers Australia
Ability to think on your feet, solve problems and have a can do attitude
Australian Citizen with minimum NV1 AGSVA Security Clearance
Ability to work both autonomously and in multidisciplinary teams
A mindset focused on innovation, problem solving and purpose-driven outcomes
Life at Nova – it all adds up
With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.
Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.
Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are :
* Generous Parental Leave : Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks
* Professional and Personal Development : Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities
* Additional Leave : Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service
* Flexibility : We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people
* Dress For Your Day : We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allow personal expression that builds trust
* Reward & Recognition Program : Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more
* Employee Assistance Program : for employees and family members
* Annual Nova employee engagement : Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun
* Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content
* Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance
* Free Flu Vaccination annually
* Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice
* Nova Employee Company Share Offer
* An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture
* Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don't like to take ourselves too seriously
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