Senior Engineering Specialist

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • AU$1150 - AU$1200 per day

Project Technical Lead – Air Traffic Control Tower Refurbishment

  • You can be based in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, or Canberra
  • Initial 2 year contract
  • Up to $1200 per day (some flexibility for the right candidate)
  • Australian Citizenship required

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Technical Lead to oversee the technical readiness and systems engineering delivery for a major Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower refurbishment project on Hamilton Island.

This project will deliver a full refurbishment over the next 12 months, spanning civil infrastructure, technical systems, and mobile ATC components. This role sits within the technical workstream and will play a critical part in ensuring the safe, robust, and reliable operation of new systems supporting air traffic services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Act as the Single Point of Contact for all technical matters related to the ATC tower project.
  • Provide technical leadership and systems engineering oversight throughout the SDLC and system management lifecycle.
  • Manage engineering review gates and coordinate third-party participation.
  • Oversee site installation, testing, verification, and validation activities.
  • Develop and maintain key project documentation, including Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP) and Test and Evaluation Management Plans (TEMP)
  • Identify, manage, and track technical risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
  • Ensure all technical deliverables align with safety, security, and regulatory requirements.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a problem solver and thought leader – someone who can communicate effectively across a complex stakeholder landscape, and drive outcomes even when faced with internal resistance.

Essential skills & experience we are seeking:

  • A degree in Engineering or Information Technology from an Australian tertiary institution (or certified equivalent).
  • Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in a relevant discipline (e.g., RPEQ).
  • Proven experience applying Systems Engineering practices across the SDLC and system management processes
  • Experience in the design, development, testing, and implementation of robust and reliable software systems.
  • Strong experience in stakeholder and vendor management, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.
  • Excellent documentation skills, including preparing and reviewing solution architecture and system design documents aligned to enterprise strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks and operate as a senior member of a dynamic, outcome-focused team with minimal supervision.

How to apply:
If you’re ready to take on this challenge, contact Vamshi Krishna on 0470 260 909 or vamshi.krishna@talentinternational.com to discuss the role and application process.

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