Experience: • Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in engineering, engineering management, or technical acquisition, preferably within defence or complex public-sector environments. • Proven leadership in contract management and negotiation across the acquisition lifecycle. • Strong experience across the engineering lifecycle, including requirements, integration, verification, and lifecycle cost considerations. • Demonstrated involvement in high-value acquisition and procurement processes. • Sound knowledge of engineering governance, standards, and risk management, including application of international engineering standards (e.g., ISO 15288).