Cost Modeller

About Nova Systems

At Nova Systems, our purpose is to make a difference.

As a trusted engineering and management consultancy, we partner with Defence, government and industry to solve complex challenges that contribute to Australia's security and future capability. Through our work on the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, we're helping to support one of Australia's most significant Defence programs, contributing to the development of sovereign capability that will have a lasting national impact.

We value diverse perspectives, encourage collaboration, and believe our best outcomes are achieved when people with different experiences and backgrounds come together to solve complex problems.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Cost Modeller to support the delivery of Nova Systems' work within the GWEO Integrated Work Package (IWP).

Working closely with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and multidisciplinary project teams, you will provide cost estimation and analytical support that informs critical investment, acquisition and sustainment decisions across the GWEO enterprise.

This is an opportunity to contribute to nationally significant Defence capability while working on complex programs that span multiple organisations, technologies and stakeholders. Your work will help Defence assess affordability, understand risk, evaluate options and make informed decisions that support capability outcomes.

Whether your background is in Defence, engineering, project controls, finance, economics or consulting, you will bring an analytical mindset and a collaborative approach to solving challenging problems.

What You'll Be Involved With:

As a Cost Modeller, you will:

• Develop and maintain cost models, estimates and financial analyses that support Defence capability projects and programs.
• Contribute to business cases, procurement activities, investment proposals and strategic decision-making.
• Undertake cost forecasting, affordability assessments, trade-off studies and sensitivity analysis.
• Support cost assurance and estimate validation activities.
• Analyse project, schedule and financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Provide clear, evidence-based insights and recommendations to Defence and industry stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to solve complex problems and deliver client outcomes.
• Prepare and present reports, briefings and analytical outputs to a variety of audiences.
• Apply Defence and industry best practice methodologies to support robust and transparent decision-making.

• Support the maturation of cost estimation practices and analytical approaches across the GWEO enterprise.

What We Would Like From You:

You enjoy working with complex information and turning data into meaningful insights that support better outcomes.

You are comfortable engaging with stakeholders, building trusted relationships and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to capability programs that have strategic importance for Australia.

We're particularly interested in candidates who have:

• Experience developing cost estimates, cost models or financial analysis for complex projects or programs.
• Experience supporting Defence organisations, specifically CASG in an above the line capacity.
• An understanding of Defence acquisition, sustainment or capability development activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience working with large or complex datasets.
• The ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience building productive relationships and working collaboratively with clients and project teams.
• Knowledge of Defence Capability Life Cycle processes and investment governance frameworks.
• Experience supporting major acquisition or sustainment programs.
• Qualifications in engineering, finance, economics, mathematics, project management, commerce or a related discipline.
• Experience using specialised cost modelling, analytics or forecasting tools.
• An active NV1 AGSVA security clearance.  

Life at Nova – it all adds up! 

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter. 

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.  

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are: 

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks 
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities 
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service 
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people 
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust 
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more 
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members 
• Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun! 
• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content 
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance 
• Free Flu Vaccination annually 
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice 
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer 
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture 
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously! 

You can view the full range of benefits at https://www.novasystems.com/au/careers/life-at-nova-systems 

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Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Paul Sloan in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100. 
 
Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation. 

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference. 

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.  

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website. 

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances 

Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.  

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.  

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. 

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.