The key duties of the position include The Role Imagine being at the forefront of Australia's defence capability, where your engineering skills directly shape the future of air combat. As an APS 6 Engineering Professional - Explosive Ordnance, you'll take on a mission-critical role in acquiring advanced air-to-surface weapons that deliver precision and impact. In this dynamic position within the GWEO Systems Division, Air Branch, you won't just solve problems, you'll lead complex engineering challenges, provide expert technical advice, and ensure safety and compliance across the Defence materiel lifecycle. You'll collaborate with stakeholders, drive investigations, influence strategic planning, and mentor the next generation of engineers. This is your chance to work within a professional team, make decisions that matter, and contribute to projects that safeguard national security. If you thrive on innovation, precision, and purpose, we want you on our team. Apply now and help us engineer capability that counts! About our Team The Department of Defence Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Group is growing a team of dedicated employees performing activities such as requirements setting; contracting; procurement; international logistics; domestic manufacturing; item management and maintenance, and co-ordination of disposal. GWEO Systems Division is responsible for the GWEO capability life cycle. This includes the acquisition, sustainment and disposal of all guided weapons and explosive ordnance for Defence. The division is also responsible for: Maintenance of explosive ordnance. Developing the Australian Defence Force Weapons Capability Roadmap. Overseeing the remediation of GWEO preparedness. Enabling capability elements. Our team is made up of various disciplines (including engineering, project management, commercial, logistics, and business enabling services). We are located in several locations across ACT, NSW, VIC and QLD and our focus is to acquire and sustain guided weapons and munitions for the Australian Defence Force. GWEO has a strong focus on providing our staff with a diverse and manageable work-life balance, and we support flexible working arrangements. We will also invest in your training and development to ensure your time with us is deeply rewarding, both personally and professionally. We actively maintain a Group Culture Pan and are committed to achieving a workplace culture that is inclusive and diverse; one, which directly reflects the needs, and scope of Defence's varied operational requirements. Our Ideal Candidate We're looking for an experienced engineering professional who thrives in complex technical environments and enjoys solving challenging problems. The ideal candidate will have: A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related discipline), with additional certifications or postgraduate studies in explosive ordnance, weapons systems, or safety engineering highly regarded. Strong technical expertise in systems engineering, risk analysis, and compliance with safety and regulatory frameworks. Experience managing complex projects, assessing technical designs, and delivering practical solutions. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor technical advice for diverse stakeholders and build strong collaborative relationships. Leadership capability-able to mentor, coach, and develop team members while managing priorities and workflows. A proactive mindset, exercising initiative and sound judgment to achieve outcomes in dynamic environments. Commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
