Technical Specialist Engineer

IT & T

Project Management / Business Analysts

Software Development & Testing/IT Security & Compliance

Technical Specialist Engineer – Networks & Service Modernisation

We are seeking a highly capable Technical Specialist Engineer to provide specialist engineering advice and independent oversight across complex capability initiatives in a secure Canberra-based environment. This role will apply deep technical expertise across protected communications and gateway services to shape scope, assess options, document constraints and support informed engineering and investment decisions. You will play a key role in helping determine which existing services should be retained, modernised or transitioned, while supporting defensible, value-for-money outcomes across a complex technical landscape.

Location

Canberra ACT
Contract Duration: 12 months
Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.
Closing Date: 6th April 2026

Essential Tasks:
  • Provide specialist engineering advice to define scope, assumptions, options and delivery considerations for complex initiatives.
  • Lead or support baseline analysis, service design documentation and transition or modernisation strategies.
  • Assess feasibility, risks, dependencies and constraints, with evidence-based recommendations for decision making.
  • Contribute to testing, validation, assurance and compliance activities across complex technical environments.
Key Criteria:
  • Deep technical expertise across protected communications, terrestrial network services and gateway integrations.
  • Strong experience delivering specialist engineering advice within complex Defence or similarly secure environments.
  • Advanced analytical, modelling and documentation capability with the ability to work under broad direction.
  • Proven experience as a senior technical specialist, principal engineer or practitioner supporting complex engineering outcomes.
How to Apply
Does this role sound perfect for you? If so, to register your interest in this role, please either contact Ashlee Rice on 0455 553 747 and send through your CV by following the link below.

About Compas:

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra based wholly Australian owned, Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised Consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

Due to the nature of this environment, candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance.
 
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