Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group

Last night CASG’s Head Land Systems Division, MAJGEN Jason Blain, DSC, AM, CSC, joined MAJ Dee-Ann Jackson and the Armoured Fighting Vehicles team at the Women in Defence Awards. “It was a significant event focused on recognising the wealth of talent in Defence and Defence Industry which was very evident on the night, with a particularly high calibre of women shortlisted for awards across a range of categories,” MAJGEN Blain said. “MAJ Jackson was shortlisted from an extremely competitive field in the Project Management category for her outstanding achievements as the Lead Test & Evaluation Manager in Armoured Fighting Vehicles, having acted frequently at least one level above her current rank (sometimes two!). “MAJ Jackson was the only CASG member shortlisted for these awards, demonstrating the competitiveness and talent we have within our Division. “Please join me in congratulating MAJ Jackson and please see a photo from the evening below. It was terrific to have MAJ Jackson’s Mum, Debbie, also attend this special occasion.”

CASG’s Land Systems Division was delighted to welcome counterparts from the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence to Victoria Barracks Melbourne last week, to collaborate and share knowledge and ideas, as part of our strong and enduring bilateral partnership 🤝

Last week at the Korea Army International Defence Industry Exhibition (KADEX), Head Land Systems Division, MAJGEN Jason Blain, DSC, AM, CSC, met with defence industry representatives to learn about cutting-edge technical innovations in the Republic of Korea. Read MAGJEN Blain’s interview with Australian Defence Magazine below.

Defence is continuing to grow First Nations business, recording a milestone $5 billion worth of contracts awarded to First Nations businesses. Since the inception of the Indigenous Procurement Policy in 2015, Defence has entered into over 25,100 Defence contracts with more than 1,180 First Nations businesses. As Defence celebrates Indigenous Business Month in October, with the theme: ‘Making our Mark’, conversations around Indigenous business continue to be encouraged; acknowledging the achievements of First Nations people in business and in leadership. Read the full story here| https://lnkd.in/gV45nysF

The October edition of the ODIS Update newsletter is now available! 🙌 Stay up to date with the latest developments, opportunities and insights into Defence industry.    In this edition: ·        DISP Member Portal: New capability release ·        AUKUS: Licence-free environment is now live ·        Accelerating Asymmetric Advantage: Defence Innovation, Science and Technology (IS&T) Strategy released ·        2024 PARARI: Australian Explosive Ordnance Safety Symposium Whether you are an established industry partner or exploring ways to engage with Defence, the ODIS newsletter provides valuable information to support your journey. Access the October edition today by visiting the ODIS website: https://lnkd.in/gSYegr-g   #YourADF #OfficeofDefenceIndustrySupport #ODIS #defenceindustry #CASG

Defence and Australian industry partners BAE Systems Australia , Lockheed Martin, Thales, Saab Australia, Raytheon Australia, and Navantia Australia officially launched the Destroyer Enterprise at the Osborne Naval Shipyard recently. Representatives formally signed the Enterprise Charter at the event, ushering in a new era of evolution and sustainment for the Hobart class Air Warfare Destroyers - HMAS Hobart, Sydney and Brisbane. Read the full story here | https://lnkd.in/grSBbT-w

Alexander Mazur is an Engineer with Prototype and Test Services within the Land Engineering Agency in CASG’s Land Systems Division. ‘Working as an engineer, I always imagined it would be working in the office, and it’s quite rare to get to do hands-on testing like we do here. This is why I love my job. I get to do all the fun science in the field with a balance of analysing the data on my laptop whether that’s at a test site or at the office. ‘The work is really varied and we get to do some cool things testing noise and acoustics, vibration, and vehicles, including the testing of prototypes and equipment during the acquisition process,’ Alexander said.  Read Alexanders full story here | https://lnkd.in/gPpduXZT Jason Blain, DSC, AM, CSC #ADFCareers #Capability #CASG

A very successful Land Forces 2024. Terrific engagement with industry partners from across Australia and with our friends from around the globe. Of special note was seeing the modernisation of our Army’s combined arms fighting system on display. Most soldiers would agree it is hard to find something as spectacular as the sight of our new Abrams M1A2 Sep V3 Main Battle Tank lined up with our Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle and our Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle. Well done to all those who made #LandForces2024 such a success, and special mention to the Land Systems Division team at Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group for the great job they are doing working with industry to deliver capability at speed to our warfighters. It is #happening and it #matters. Proud to serve with you. Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group Australian Army Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition Rheinmetall Hanwha Defence Australia PEO Ground Combat Systems Glenn Dean Bernie Maus

Defence and industry are building the workforce needed to support defence’s growing shipbuilding and sustainment needs, with 19 trainees graduating from Intake 7 of the Defence Industry Pathways Program in WA. Many of the graduates have already secured employment in the industry. “The 12-month Defence Industry Pathways Program produces a defence industry ready workforce to meet the growing needs and priorities for the defence industry in Western Australia ,” said Rear Admiral Wendy Malcolm, Head Patrol Boats and Specialist Ships, who addressed the cohort. For more information | https://lnkd.in/gFCXp4Ye #AusNavy #AusIndustry #WorkingwithIndustry #maritimesustainment #NavalShipbuilding #FutureFleet