Defined Skillset / Level: Test and Evaluation Engineer
Years of Experience: 8-11 years
FTE: 1
Security Clearance: Positive Vetting (PV)
Working Arrangement (Remote, Onsite, Hybrid): Onsite
iDiC Client Name: Amentum
Rate Information: Submit best rate
Exclusivity: N/A
Additional Notes: N/A
Onboarding Requirements: ID, Working Rights & 2 Completed Reference Checks required at Offer Stage.
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POSITION OVERVIEW 

The Test & Evaluation Engineer will serve as the project’s subject matter expert, guiding technical integrity, performance outcomes, and system assurance across the capability life‑cycle. The role involves leading T&E planning, execution, governance, and providing expert engineering insights to support Defence capability decisions. This position requires strong analytical judgement, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to operate confidently within complex Defence environments.

ABOUT THE CLIENT 

Amentum operates within the Defence and aerospace sector, supporting the Commonwealth through engineering, sustainment, and technical services. The organisation delivers high‑end capability support across aviation, systems engineering, test and evaluation, and mission‑critical programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead T&E planning, execution, and governance across the system life-cycle.
• Exercise Delegated Technical Authority to ensure technical integrity.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation aligned with Defence legislation, policy, and standards.
• Provide expert T&E advice to inform capability decisions, risk posture, and system performance.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver verification and validation activities.
• Analyse complex technical data and present clear, evidence‑based insights.
• Collaborate with Defence and industry stakeholders to ensure requirement clarity and aligned technical outcomes.
• Mentor team members and contribute to organisational T&E maturity uplift.
• Work with T&E Accountable Units to shape evaluation procedures and risk frameworks.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• Positive Vetting (PV) Security Clearance.
• 8–11 years' experience in relevant engineering domains.
• Demonstrated experience within Defence, aerospace, aviation, or other complex systems engineering environments.
• Proficiency in CASG QMS, manuals, instructions, and risk management processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Experience with verification, validation, certification, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to work within CASG 2.0, ERP, and DSR‑aligned environments.
• Ability to influence stakeholders without relying on formal authority.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and system evaluation capabilities.
• Commitment to producing accurate, audit‑ready documentation.

DESIRABLE SKILLS 

• Engineering Project Management experience.
• Engineering Support and Project Support experience.
• System Safety or System Safety Engineering experience.
• Experience working within joint Commonwealth–MSP team structures.
• Continuous improvement mindset and process‑driven work style.