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Targeting Subject Matter Expert (SME) - ex-ADF

Aurec Human Capital GroupCanberra, Australian Capital Territory🇦🇺AustraliaPosted 24 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your extensive ADF targeting expertise to directly shape a mission-critical Australian Defence capability, bridging operational needs with ICT delivery in a hybrid Canberra-based role. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ex-ADF professional to transition their valuable skills into a dynamic, impactful civilian career. Apply today to make a significant contribution!

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

A rare opportunity for a transitioned ADF targeting professional to bridge operational targeting and modern ICT delivery on a mission-critical Australian Defence capability in Canberra. If you have hung up the uniform but want to keep shaping the mission, this role is built for you.

The role
  • Targeting SME - Act as the bridge between ADF operational targeting and the ICT build - validating solution designs against mission need and translating targeting requirements into technical criteria the delivery team can build to.
What you'll bring
  • An operational targeting background - ideally an ex-ADF Joint Targeting Officer or operator (e.g. Joint Targeting Cycle, Battle Damage Assessment, Collateral Damage Estimation)
  • The ability to work credibly across operators and technical / engineering teams
  • Comfort with solution and architecture concepts (formal ICT qualifications not essential)
Highly desirable
  • Solution architecture or ICT delivery exposure
  • A current NV2 Australian Government security clearance
Eligibility
  • Australian citizenship is required (a prerequisite for an Australian Government security clearance).
To apply

Click apply to submit your CV, or contact the Aurec team in Canberra quoting the role.

Aurec is a specialist recruitment partner to the Australian federal government and Defence sector, based in Canberra. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, current and former ADF members, and candidates of all backgrounds.

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