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ILS Support Officer

Support ILS for Defence space projects, handling documentation, stakeholder engagement.

Canberra, Australia
Full Time
Intermediate (4-7 years)
-must hold and maintain a minimum negative vetting 1 (nv1) security clearance -compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar) may be required

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite
Security Clearance
-must hold and maintain a minimum negative vetting 1 (nv1) security clearance -compliance with international traffic in arms regulations (itar) may be required

About the Role

• Contribute to CASG ACAT 1 projects, supporting large‑scale Defence acquisition and sustainment programmes. • Lead industry engagement including RFIs and manage government processes such as Investment Committee submissions and gate reviews. • Prepare and review Gate 1 and Gate 2 artefacts (Cabinet submissions, Project Execution Strategies, Capability Definition Documents, etc.). • Assist the ILS Manager with ILSC/ILSP development, revisit Fundamental Inputs to Capability requirements, and help draft support contracts. • Facilitate workshops with Configuration Management teams and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. • Work on critical Defence projects that protect Australia’s future.

Key Responsibilities

  • acat projects
  • industry engagement
  • gate artefacts
  • ils development
  • workshop facilitation
  • stakeholder management

What You Bring

You bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients. • Proven experience on CASG ACAT 1 Defence acquisition programmes. • Strong capability to develop industry approaches (RFIs) and navigate government processes, including Investment Committee submissions. • Experience preparing and reviewing Gate 1/Gate 2 documentation such as Cabinet submissions and Capability Definition Documents. • Ability to support ILS managers with ILSC/ILSP development and update Fundamental Inputs to Capability. • Excellent facilitation skills for Configuration Management workshops; space domain knowledge is advantageous. • Current Negative Vetting 1 (or higher) security clearance; ITAR compliance may be required. • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to high‑quality outcomes.

Requirements

  • casg acat‑1
  • rfis
  • gate 1
  • ils
  • configuration management
  • nv1

Benefits

• Access to career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and Communities of Practice. • Discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles and more through Perks@Downer. • Up to 20 days Reservist Leave and veteran support initiatives. • Inclusive culture celebrating diversity and offering flexible work arrangements as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer.

Work Environment

Onsite

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