QinetiQ has formed 'Team TECSA', an initiative bringing together Australian industry and academia in response to the government’s National Defence Strategy and Defence Industry Development Strategy.
The Defence Industry Development Strategy has identified Test and Evaluation, Certification and Systems Assurance (TECSA) as one of the Sovereign Defence Industrial Priorities.
The National Defence Strategy calls for an "all of nation" response to meet Australia's defence needs.
Through Team TECSA, QinetiQ says it is 'providing leadership' to unify Australian industry and academia to build the workforce and infrastructure necessary to 'rapidly enhance' Australia's defence capabilities.
"This monumental task is beyond the capacity of any single company, making collaboration essential," the company said.
"We are excited to lead the formation of Team TECSA and unite the incredible talents and resources within Australian industry and academia," said Gary Stewart, Chief Executive – Australia Sector, QinetiQ. "As a leading member of Team TECSA, QinetiQ will continue to invest in its capabilities in Australia.”
The Sovereign Defence Industrial Priority for Test and Evaluation identified a shortage of 400 qualified test and evaluation personnel in Australia in 2024, growing to 1,000 in 2030.