Nova Systems Australia and New Zealand

Congratulations to Nil Shah who is a finalist in the Australian Defence Magazine 30 Under 30 Awards. This is a prestigious and competitive award series, and all our nominees were deserving of recognition. Nil joined Nova as a graduate engineer, but has more recently ignited a passion for business. Currently a Strategy Manager, Nil has had an impressive career in #DefenceIndustry and demonstrates maturity beyond his years. He is also a mentor and played a significant role in establishing the Nova Graduate Program Committee. Good luck Nil! #ADM30Under30

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT: Nova Systems to provide simulator qualification capability to Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Poseidon Fleet ✈ Replicating our success qualifying the RAAF P-8A Flight Simulation Training Devices at RAAF Edinburgh, Nova Systems has won a contract with the New Zealand Ministry of Defence to qualify the RNZAF’s new simulation training devices when they are installed in a custom-built facility at RNZAF Base Ōhakea in 2025. The work is to ensure that the Flight Simulation Training Devices complies with the NZ Defence Aviation Rules, and is fully able to be utilised for Poseidon pilot and rear crew training. “Nova is proud to continue assisting the New Zealand Defence Force with establishing and sustaining the P-8A Poseidon capability," Iain (Jude) Rushmere, General Manager - Nova Systems NZ, said. "This win will allow Nova to establish its simulator support credentials in NZ, forging a path to secure future opportunities with new and existing simulation devices.” #WeAreNova #FlightTest #Aerospace #Simulation 📷 courtesy of NZ Defence

Congratulations to Luerssen Australia, the Commonwealth team and all involved in the successful sea trials of the NUSHIP Arafura. This is a significant milestone in the Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Program. Nova System’s #maritime team has been involved in the project for more than seven years supporting Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Group. Our team played a pivotal role in the recent sea trials and throughout the construction of the new contemporary fleet of OPVs, offering extensive expertise in Test and Evaluation management, seaworthiness and acceptance, engineering management, and naval architecture. Nova Systems developed the comprehensive test plan and assisted the product integration, ensuring that the ships meet the stringent requirements and specifications of the Australian Navy and Defence Force. “We are thrilled to see NUSHIP Arafura successfully complete its sea trials,” James Luck, our Maritime Portfolio Manager, said. “Our involvement in this project underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable capabilities to the Australian Defence Force. All involved should be proud of their significant contribution to the enhancement of Australia’s naval and shipbuilding capabilities.” This new modern vessel is one of two OPVs being constructed in South Australia, with an additional four being built at Henderson in Western Australia. These OPVs will provide essential capabilities for the Royal Australian Navy. Nova Systems has been a long-term partner and remains committed to supporting the Arafura Class OPV Program. 📷 credit Luerssen Australia. #WeAreNova #DefenceIndustry

We are a trusted #maritime partner with a rich heritage of delivering solutions for Australia’s most significant projects. As our Navy’s fleet is reshaped, post Defence Strategic Review and Surface Fleet Review, it will take a collaborative effort. Among our offerings is contemporary experience in systems #engineering, digital engineering, seaworthiness and Test and Evaluation. 📽 Watch below to find out more about who we are and what we do. #WeAreNova #MASTAustralia #DefenceIndustry

🖥 🔒 Cyber savvy - tips & tricks from our team to yours 💻 🔒 "Cyber Security is Everyone’s Business." That was the theme for Cyber Security Awareness Month recently. The message is important all year round - and taking steps to help stay safe doesn't need to feel daunting. Thanks to our Cyber and Defence Security Team for sharing these simple tips. Flick through to see what you can do to help keep stay safe online 👇 #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth #WeAreNova

The RSL's Defence and National Security Committee puts forward a compelling case for the need for an Australian #Defence prime.   The time is opportune.   It’s recently released paper “Building a Sustainable Sovereign Industrial Defence Capability” says bi-partisan support is needed for the development of Australian Defence Primes.   “A viable Australian Defence industry is essential for the defence and security of the nation,” it states. “Australia needs, however, to return to a position where it does have its own national Defence Primes so that it can have a truly robust capability that can deliver capability to the ADF in a steady, cost-effective way with managed schedule and cost risks.   “This should be an expectation of every Australian taxpayer. It is something that other G-20 economies take as a given.” Here's our CEO Dean Rosenfield's view: "Australia needs entities of scale that can integrate and sustain the critical capabilities, partner with global Primes and industry, and play a leading role bringing together and scaling Australian SMEs to support our Defence Force and national security priorities," he said.   "When we consider sovereignty, regardless of the definition, it is about capabilities and people and how we utilise those skills to safeguard the nation.     "Many nations much smaller than our own have transitioned to local capability. We need to focus on our own national security interests, as well as consider what we can export and contribute to our #AUKUS partners and other allies.   "Nova Systems is the largest privately-owned Defence company in Australia. We’re rapidly growing, have a strong supply chain and industry partners, with the added bonus of global reach. We have been a trusted partner to Defence for more than two decades.   "As CEO, my vision is to ensure Nova is well positioned to help meet Australia’s national security priorities and support the realisation of the critically important AUKUS partnership, working with Government, industry and academia.    "I commend the RSL’s Defence and National Security Committee on its paper and look forward to continuing the conversation which is vital to our national interest." Read the full paper 👇   #RSL #DefenceIndustry RSL Australia

We talk a lot about testing in the physical (real) world v the digital world. But what does that actually look like? Take a quick look at our Test and Evaluation (T&E) experts in action. Our T&E skillsets have evolved over the past two decades, with a growth in the importance of digital and mission engineering approaches, as well as the rapid emergence and growth of technologies. We employ cutting-edge technology including mission and digital engineering, modelling and simulation, as well as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. And we proudly partner with government, industry and academia to advice this sovereign capability. #WeAreNova #DefenceIndustry

Today we pause to honour, reflect and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Remembrance Day is held on 11 November each year. This is the anniversary of the Armistice of 1918 which brought an end to World War I. We acknowledge the courage and dedication of our armed forces, both past and present. As a veteran-founded company, we will always be committed to supporting our veterans and their families, and recognise the immense contributions you make to our society. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay2024

Our CEO Dean Rosenfield penned this for The Australian's #Defence Report, detailing why Test and Evaluation (T&E) is more important than ever. T&E plays a significant role to ensure our Australian Defence Force has the most advanced capabilities, as quickly as possible. As Australian industry leaders, we have a role to play in advancing the capability and maintaining a skilled workforce. Today, through Nova Systems’ T&E Centre of Excellence, we have invested in advanced training development, leveraging a combination of digital engineering, model-based systems engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), modelling and simulation and specialised new software tools. Read more 👇 📷 T&E specialists Jeet Shah Will Stark Daniel Murphy in the field. #WeAreNova #DefenceIndustry

Dr Sarah Cannard is putting Australia's space program on the international stage. She's been recognised as one of four 2025 Australian of the Year Awards nominees for #SouthAustralia. Sarah is an accomplished senior engineer with a PhD in aerospace engineering. She has a long-list of achievements with Nova and our partners. This includes working on hypersonic rocket launches, leading the team to design an Australian lunar rover for NASA and playing a key role in developing South Australia's first state-owned satellite Kanyini. She is a passionate and active advocate for promoting #STEM careers. Sarah is among an incredibly high calibre of fellow nominees including SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens, child protection researcher Leah Bromfield and cancer researcher Hannah Wardill. Well done Sarah and we wish you well. The finalist will be announced on 7 November. AROSE SmartSat CRC