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Test & Evaluation Manager

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-13
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead complex Test & Evaluation activities supporting the integration and assurance of Defence land systems, including developmental, acceptance, and operational testing.

Role type

Senior Test & Evaluation Manager

Builds

Defence land-based digital, ICT, and combat-system capabilities

Domain

Defence / Land Systems Engineering

Required skills

Test & Evaluation planning and execution, risk and safety management, stakeholder engagement, test reporting, workshop facilitation, systems integration knowledge

Preferred skills

ADF service, Defence acquisition and sustainment experience, systems engineering, ICT/mission systems, configuration management, coalition engagement

Technologies

Microsoft Office, databases, information systems

Responsibilities

Plan, conduct, and report T&E activities; Identify and manage testing requirements and risks; Advise Project Managers on test objectives and methodology; Review test plans and documentation; Facilitate T&E workshops; Collect and analyze test results; Support standardisation and prioritise T&E requests

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities