Contractors

Cognesis has built its reputation on providing high-quality contractors who support a variety of initiatives, including projects, bids, acquisition programs, sustainment efforts, and backlog management. Specializing in delivering experienced industry practitioners, we ensure that clients receive exceptional service no matter the tenure or specific task.

Contractor Selection Process

With years of success and a catalog of satisfied clients, Cognesis has refined a robust selection process to ensure the optimal staffing solution. Our contractors are carefully chosen based on a merit criterion that includes:

• Outstanding technical knowledge
• An innate ability to execute innovative problem-solving
• Established top-tier talent in their respective professions

To further ensure confidence and streamline the hiring process for our clients, every Cognesis contractor undergoes:

• Reputation checks through our extensive network of industry contacts
• Comprehensive vetting and matching of professional qualifications
• Assessment of industry experience tailored to individual project requirements
• Verification of appropriate government security clearances as needed
• Detailed reference checks
• Citizenship status checks

Engineering Services
Cognesis fulfills engineering requirements across various fields, including avionics, systems safety, and structural demands. Our contractors are adept at providing highly skilled and diverse engineering services tailored to meet internal standards and performance specifications.

Software Development
Cognesis provides highly skilled contractors for long- or short-term software development, testing, and verification. Our resources support safety and mission-critical projects, addressing all aspects of software development, from architecture and design to coding and documentation.

Systems Engineering
Cognesis contractors play pivotal roles in complex development, integration, and through-life support projects for both Australian and foreign military platforms. Our team includes systems engineering managers, software developers, systems architects, and engineers at all levels.

System Safety
Our contractors are equipped to address skill gaps or personnel shortages by offering innovative solutions supported by sophisticated technical knowledge. They conduct comprehensive system safety analyses in accordance with MIL-STD-882C.

Testing & Evaluation
With looming capability milestones and scheduling conflicts, our contractors can backfill resources or provide short- and long-term testing and evaluation personnel. Cognesis supports both prime contractor and customer T&E activities across all project phases.

Avionics & Communications
Cognesis Communications Engineers engage with original equipment manufacturers, defense prime system integrators, and military and civilian end-users to develop, integrate, commission, test, and sustain advanced communications systems. Our strong reputation in this area is built on delivering contractors who combine technical intelligence with innovative problem-solving skills to achieve exceptional results.

Structures & Airframes
Our engineers possess extensive experience in the design, analysis, modification, and repair of advanced airframe structures, adhering to the certification and airworthiness requirements of the Australian Defence Force Technical Airworthiness Management Manual (TAMM). They hold DE1 structural repair and modification delegations and are well-versed in both military and civilian aircraft processes.

Technical Professionals

Contracts Management & Administration
Cognesis offers flexibility in engaging contractors for short- or long-term assignments across a wide range of remits, including contract drafting, pricing, reviewing, and negotiation. Our personnel provide ongoing upgrades and enhancements to major contracts across complex projects.

Configuration Management
Our contractors bring expertise in maintaining the integrity of Defence software through robust configuration management practices. Many are certified Configuration Managers with experience in ISO90001 Quality Systems and auditing.

Supply Chain & Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
Cognesis contractors possess the technical knowledge and problem-solving skills needed to support day-to-day operations. Their expertise includes designing supply chain solutions, monitoring supplier performance, managing budgets, and developing governance controls.

Technical Writing & Illustration
Cognesis contractors excel in creating and upgrading complex technical documentation within compliant-driven environments. They translate intricate technical documents into accessible language and provide expertise in analyzing data, writing XML for S1000D modules, and preparing graphics and schematics for technical publications.