Systems Engineering Society of Australia

Systems Engineering Test and Evaluation (SETE) Conference 2024
2024-09-22 - 2024-09-25 | Queensland
Systems Engineering Test and Evaluation (SETE) Conference will be back in Melbourne, 22-25 September 2024.
SETE is the premier conference for the Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA) and the Southern Cross Chapter of the International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA) extending in 2024 to include Simulation Australasia (SimAust) as a collaborative partner.
The SETE24 theme “Advancing in an Emergent Digital World” invites submissions to explore the interplay between society, systems and an increasingly interconnected world. The theme is positioned to challenge the systems engineering, test & evaluation, and modelling & simulation communities to consider the dual ideas of how the digital world is advancing these fields, and how these fields are advancing the digital world.
SETE is a transdisciplinary forum for participants to extend networks, share current and future best practice in the engineering of complex capabilities, and learn from leading practitioners and academics across domains and sectors.

ALARA Action Research Conference - ANZSYS Systems Society for Oceania
2024-11-07 - 2024-11-08 | Queensland
The ALARA Action Research Conference will be held 7-8 November at University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Australia.
Abstracts and proposals are welcomed that reflect on the participatory and transformative nature of Action Learning and Action Research within, across and beyond disciplinary boundaries and sectors including Health; Education; Community development; Sustainability; International development; Arts; Business and organisations; Activism; Systems.
Call for abstracts closes 31 July 2024.
For more details download the flier from https://www.anzsys.org/images/DOCS/2024/ALARA%202024%20Conference.pdf
Or, go direct to the Alara conference website at https://alarassociation.org/events/conferences/alara-2024-conference
Contact email for enquiries is: admin@alarassociation.org

Application of model based systems engineering to brownfield signalling and train control replacement
2024-11-26 16:00 - 17:30 (Australia/Perth) | Queensland
Overview
The replacement of the signalling and train control systems on Sydney’s heavy-rail network is envisaged to take years and affect many systems across the operational railway. To effectively manage the complexity and risk of this undertaking in a rigorous and consistent manner, Systems Engineering was applied early in the project lifecycle. This presentation will step through the real-life application of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) on the conceptual design stage of Transport for New South Wales’ Digital Systems Program through the lens of a consulting Systems Engineer. It will touch on the purpose of the modelling effort, its planning, execution and delivered outcomes, as well as provide commentary on practical lessons-learnt, pitfall avoidance and benefits of applying MBSE.
Learning outcomes

How MBSE was practically applied on a major brownfield signalling and train control replacement project.
How operational concepts translate into systems architecture, interfaces, and requirement specifications.
How systems engineering reduces risk and rework on major project delivery.

Program
Webinar:

7:30 pm AEDT – Event starts
8:30 pm AEDT – Event closes

In-person:

4:00 pm AWST – Registrations open and networking
4:30 pm AWST – Event starts
5:30 pm AWST – Event closes

About the speaker
Donovan Roodt
Principal Consultant – Systems Engineering, SYSTRA ANZ, Western Australia

Biography

Donovan is a Chartered Professional Systems Engineer with over 20 years of experience modelling, specifying, designing, and delivering technically complex, high-value systems to clients in the transport and defence sectors. These include military aviation, Electronic Warfare, Heavy Rail, Metro, Light-Rail and High-Speed Rail Systems. He has had the privilege of working on major projects such as the TfNSW Digital Systems Program, Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport, Parramatta Light Rail, Sydney Trains Electrical Isolations Improvement Program, UrbanLeap Suburban Rail Loop bid, and High-Speed Rail Network Rail Operations Planning. He is particularly interested in using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) as an integral part of the Digital Engineering approach to enhance the Systems Engineering rigour and impact.

Queensland SESA- 2024 Christmas Get-Together!
2024-12-03 17:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
We invite you to join us for our first SESA QLD annual Christmas drinks party and celebrate end of year holiday season. This will be a great opportunity to meet and network with QLD branch committee members, fellow systems engineers and industry professionals.
Complimentary drinks for early arrivals and participants of fun bingo, card games!!!
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, 3rd December 2024
Time: 5.30 pm onwards
Location: Pig ‘N’ Whistle King George Square, King George Square, 100 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

INCOSE Enchantment Chapter meeting - One Model to Rule them All ... and Through Emergence Bind Them
2024-12-12 09:30 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
The next INCOSE Enchantment Chapter meeting webinar
Thursday, December 12, 2024, 9:45am-12:00pm AEDT.
Meeting Program: One Model to Rule them All … and Through Emergence Bind Them
Abstract: Models are central to understanding systems and to the engineering of systems. Systems engineers employ various types of models to communicate and establish shared understanding of a system, and employ life-cycle models that enable the transformation of conceptual models to physical models, that are then realized as tangible systems of benefit to society. The recognition of the central nature of models to the engineering of systems resulted in the forming of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) wherein the essence of the system of interest is contained within a system model in contrast to traditional documents. However, the evolution of model-types employed, both to understand and to engineer systems, appears to largely have been a pragmatic activity driven by the needs of the numerous individual engineering and management subdisciplines. This presentation will briefly examine extant taxonomy of systems models used in the engineering of systems and in establishing an understanding of operational systems and considers the question of whether there is a suitable system “meta-model” that naturally “contains” all types of systems models used therein. It will explore this question through a systems-thinking lens, in conjunction with concepts on mental models from biology and philosophy. This analysis gives rise to a framework for systems models and to the proposition that all (systems) models take on one of two forms: as reference models that aid in the engineering of systems or as representative models that aid in understanding operational systems. The concluding proposition being that it is possible to propose an emergent “model of systems models” that combines these two (reference and representative) forms of systems models in an evolutionary way. This construct is offered for consideration and refinement by the systems community.
Speaker: Jawahar Bhalla (JB) is a passionate Systems professional with 30+ years’ experience and president of INCOSE’s Australian chapter (SESA). He contributes to the advancement of Systems Thinking, SE and M&S with 27 published papers. He a Fellow of Engineers Australia, with a BE (Aerospace Engineering), a BSc (Computer Science), a Master’s in SE and is a PhD candidate working on a Framework for the Engineering and Assurance of AI-Intensive systems. He has served on the Board of Simulation Australasia and was recognised in 2021 with the “Ray Page Lifetime Achievement Award” for an outstanding contribution to the advancement of M&S in the Australasian region.

Join Zoom Meeting – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84508497254?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 845 0849 7254
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Turning Burdens into Benefits - Managing and Reducing Technical Debt
2025-01-23 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Engineers Australia, Queensland, Level 9, 340 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Event Overview

In today’s fast-paced industries, where systems are growing increasingly complex and timelines are ever-shorter, technical debt often becomes an unavoidable challenge. But what if the burdens of technical debt could be transformed into opportunities for growth and innovation? Attendees will journey through a mock project to experience firsthand the decisions, trade-offs, and consequences that lead to technical debt. The event will simulate the realities of acceleration pressures, and attendees will gain insights into strategies for mitigating such pressures while still delivering projects on time and to a high standard.
Learning Outcomes

Examining Technical Debt Through Multiple Lenses: Understand how diverse stakeholder perspectives and user needs influence the creation of technical debt and learn strategies to balance these demands while minimizing long-term system impacts.
Addressing Acceleration Pressures: Understand the root causes of technical debt under project acceleration pressures and develop approaches to navigate these situations without compromising on quality.
Domain-Specific Impacts of Technical Debt: Explore how technical debt varies across industries and regulatory environments, equipping you with the knowledge to tackle challenges specific to your sector.

Event outline

Webinar

5:30 pm AEST – Webinar starts
6:30 pm AEST – Webinar closes

In-Person

5:00 pm AEST – Arrival of Attendees
5.30 pm AEST – Event kick off
6.30 pm AEST – Event closes and networking with refreshments begins
7.30 pm AEST – Event ends

Presenter

Hitesh Patel

Director – HKRP Australia Pty Ltd
Biography

Hitesh began his career as an Electronics Design Engineer, expanding into railway signalling, systems engineering, safety assurance, Engineering and project management. He has extensive experience with System Engineering processes and RAMS and brings pragmatic solutions to engineering problems. Hitesh will be the key speaker for this event on Technical Debt.

Co- Presenter

Simon Meiers

Director- Network Planning & Optimisation at Systra ANZ
Biography

Simon has over 30 years of experience as an Operations, Safety and Reliability manager, across major projects in rail, road infrastructure & oil and gas. He leads SYSTRA ANZ’s Performance and Risk business unit and has extensive experience in the successful delivery of analysis which adds real weight to decisions on complex operational and safety issues.
His specialisms are network performance modelling, RAM analysis, Risk, Systems & Safety Engineering, Regulation and Level Crossing improvement and management. He has executive and strategic leadership experience in both the private and public sectors, having reported to the Chief Executive of the NSW rail safety regulator, as well as sitting on national policy forums and leading the ITSR (now ONRSR) Safety Improvement program for many years.

Register through the link below:

Turning Burdens into Benefits – Managing and Reducing Technical Debt

Queensland SESA Social event
2025-04-03 17:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Pig n Whistle, King George Square, 100 Adelaide St, Brisbane, Australia
Please join for casual evening to enjoy drinks, appetizers, and conversation. Meet new people, catch up with old friends, and share your insights. All are welcome!
Date: Thursday, 3rd April
Place: Pig n Whistle, King George Square, 100 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Integrating systems engineering and asset management
2025-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Overview
Systems Engineering is not just about initial design and development – it is a discipline that is applied throughout the product lifecycle. But the decisions made in those early phases can have enormous impact on how the product or service is used and maintained, and its value – financial, and utility – to its many stakeholders. This presentation will explore some of those decisions, and how we as systems engineers can be better informed about the through life considerations of the assets we develop.
Learning outcomes
In this presentation, you will learn:

Importance of systems engineering principals to the whole-of-life considerations of products and services.
Understanding of asset management principals, the decisions asset owners, users and maintainers must make, and the information they need to make those decisions.
Gain insight into the integrated nature of systems engineering and asset management.

Speaker
Bill Filmer (FIEAUST)

With over 40 years’ experience in the Defence environment, Bill has a strong focus on developing efficient management systems in systems engineering and asset management, continual system improvement and technical governance. Bill is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Societies, Engineers Australia and Asset Management. Bill was recognised during his military career for implementing systems engineering practices into the Air Force where he was awarded Member, Order of Australia (Military Division). He is a past SESA member and a past President of the South Australia branch of Engineers Australia.

Program
Online and In-Person (Adelaide)
In-person:
Venue: Engineers Australia Level 11, 108 King William Street , Adelaide South Australia, 5000

5.30 pm ACST – Registration and networking
6.00 pm ACST – Presentation and Q&A
7.00 pm ACST – Event ends

Online:

6.30 pm AEST – Presentation and Q&A
7.30 pm AEST – Presentation ends

Standing up and sustaining a digital engineering environment for systems engineers
2025-05-27 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Engineers Australia, Queensland, Level 9, 340 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Overview

In today’s increasingly complex engineering landscapes, the traditional document-centric approach to systems development is no longer sufficient to keep pace with stakeholder demands, system complexity, and rapid iteration cycles. Digital Engineering (DE) offers a transformational approach — integrating models, data, and digital artifacts across the system lifecycle to enable better decision-making, increased traceability, and improved collaboration. However, standing up a Digital Engineering environment is not simply a matter of acquiring new tools or technology. It demands a fundamental shift in culture, processes, governance, and workforce skills. Sustaining that environment over time requires strategic planning, strong leadership, continuous capability development, and alignment with evolving organizational and program needs. Many organizations struggle not just with initial implementation, but with the ongoing operationalization and value realization of their DE initiatives. For systems engineers, who are often at the nexus of technical, programmatic, and stakeholder concerns, understanding how to stand up and sustain a digital engineering environment is now a critical professional competency. It empowers them to better manage complexity, enhance collaboration, and deliver superior system outcomes. This session will provide practical insights and proven strategies for systems engineers seeking to establish and maintain a Digital Engineering environment within their organizations or projects. Through a use case of designing a 4WD camping adventure, the presentation will explain the concepts related to the setting up and ongoing use of a modelling approach, with outputs from both Capella’s Arcadia and Enterprise Architect toolsets.
Learning Outcomes:

In this presentation, you will:

Understand the components and processes required to successfully establish a Digital Engineering (DE) environment that supports systems engineering practices across the product lifecycle.
Gain insight into the governance framework that ensures data integrity and model integration.
Learn strategies for sustaining and scaling a DE environment, and ensuring ongoing alignment with organisation objectives for a DE environment

Program Outline:

Online

5.30 pm – Webinar begins
6.30 pm – Webinar concludes
In-Person

5.00 pm – Guest arrival & networking
5.30 pm – Presentation begins
6.30 pm – Presentation concludes
7.30 pm – Event concludes
Registration Link
Speakers

Greg Paulson

Principal Consult, HKRP Australia

Greg has extensive experience in large infrastructure projects across various engineering organisations. He has worked in the telecommunication, rail, utilities, oil and gas domains. Greg has held APAC region responsibility for business development, operations and project delivery, but his present interest lies in the use of Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and System Safety.
Greg has a Bachelor of Electrical Engineer and a Masters of Engineering Science in Systems Engineering.
Steven Spencer

Head of Engineering Environment, Thales Australia

Steven is a Chartered engineer with over 15 years experience in the Healthcare, ITS, Rail and Defence industries working in roles across software engineering, systems engineering, management and coaching. He’s applied Model Based Systems Engineering techniques in projects for Transportation and Defence and provided coaching within Thales on the application and use of MBSE techniques. Having returned from a secondment in Paris, in his current role he provides leadership in the ISO 9001 process, best practices and the deployment and operations of tools used within Engineering.

Solving Green Hydrogen delivery with Systems Engineering
2025-06-04 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Hydrogen is the key to unlocking accelerated energy transition switching for heavy industry, trucking, maritime, rail and aviation, but storage is hard, and it’s holding the entire hydrogen economy back. A Green Hydrogen Start-up is solving storage, with their breakthrough advanced nanoporous materials at the centre, and enabling sustainable end-to-end ecosystems, delivering efficient, safe and low-cost hydrogen, to precipitate a rapidly growing, potentially multi-trillion-dollar market by 2050. Systems Engineering practices have been implemented to ensure the most efficient pathway to achieve a safe and reliable product in the start-up environment. This talk will cover:

The hydrogen supply chain ecosystem and the mission;
The rationale for embedding systems engineering in a technology start-up environment;
The implementation approach and the tools used; and
Lessons learnt on the journey so far. The talk will be followed by an opportunity for networking.

Learning outcomes
In this presentation you will gain:

an understanding the good practice on system engineering in a start up and technology development environment.
an understanding to the systems engineering and environment communities of the hydrogen supply chain and challenges.
an insight to career options in the start up environment for systems and sustainability engineers.

Speaker
Christopher Miller

Head of Systems Engineering, Rux Energy

Chris acquired a BE in Materials Engineering in 1998 and a Master of Engineering (by research) at Deakin University in 2002 on a postgraduate scholarship. He also has a postgraduate diploma in Project Management.
His career started in the automotive industry and was followed by a long stint at Cochlear, operating a variety of roles in implants development and product launch. In 2016-19 he joined numerous Aussies scaling Tesla in California and subsequently worked for various local cleantech startups, where he establishes Systems Engineering as a core competency for successful technology and product development.
Chris resides in Wollongong, NSW, where he raises his small family and pursues a longstanding interest in recreational aviation.

Program
In person

5.00 PM AEST: Registration opens
5.30 PM AEST: Webinar starts
6.20 PM AEST: Q&A starts
6.50 PM AEST: Q&A and webinar concludes
6.50 PM AEST: Networking begins
7.50 PM AEST: Guests depart

Online

5.30 PM AEST: Webinar starts
6.20 PM AEST: Q&A starts
6.50 PM AEST: Q&A and webinar concludes

Details
Time/Date: 5.30 pm — 6.30 pm AEST, 04 June 2025
Event type: Hybrid
Location: Engineers Australia Sydney Office Mezzanine Floor 44 Market Street , Sydney New South Wales, 2000
Cost:
Free for SESA members, EA members and students (Note: A discount will be applied at checkout for SESA members, making the event free)
$30 for non-members.
Register here: https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/event/2022/05/solving-green-hydrogen-delivery-systems-engineering-0a8fb301

Discussion: Testing and Commissioning of Large Complex Infrastructure Projects
2025-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Virtual Event
SESA’s Victorian Branch welcomes you to an interactive discussion examining whether critical lessons from major projects like Crossrail, the BoM Supercomputer, and the Woomera Range Complex have been truly absorbed by the industry. It highlights recurring challenges in systems integration, testing, and stakeholder engagement, and underscores the importance of realism in scheduling, operator involvement, and robust safety and commissioning practices.
SESA members nationwide are invited to attend and encouraged to bring their own tales of tribulations, as well as stories of success to be shared and discussed in a relaxed and informal session. Or simply bring an inquisitive mindset ready to dissect the anecdotes provided by the speakers!

Have you seen lessons learnt being used effectively in your workplace? What were the challenges?
Have lessons learnt from any case studies helped your workplace to manage risks they otherwise wouldn’t?

Facilitator:
Tom Castor
Chair – Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA) Victoria Branch Committee
Regional Director – Victoria, ARCH Artifex

Queensland SESA Social event
2025-07-08 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Pig n Whistle, King George Square, 100 Adelaide St, Brisbane, Australia
Join us for an evening of connections and conversations at our mid-year SESA QLD casual networking event! Whether you’re looking to meet new faces, share ideas, or just unwind with like-minded professionals, this is the place to be.
No need to RSVP, just come as you are!
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 8/07/2025
⏰ Time: 5.00 pm onwards
📍 Location: Pig & Whistle, King George Sq, 100 Adelaide St
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LEAo1Z6hFPugoHdAA

Model-Based Product Line Engineering: The Feature-Based Path to Product Line Success
2025-07-16 16:30 - 17:30 (Australia/Adelaide) | Webinar
This webinar is presented by the authors of the book Model-Based Product Line Engineering (MBPLE): The Feature-Based Path to Product Line Success, Marco Forlingieri , Tim Weilkiens and Hugo Guillermo Chal-Gongora. The webinar offers a comprehensive overview of both the management and engineering dimensions of MBPLE. The book addresses real-world challenges and implementation experiences, focusing on the practical obstacles organisations face when adopting MBPLE—and how to overcome them for successful, scalable adoption. The message is clear and relevant to all engineering organisations: “No one builds just one.” Structured to mirror the book’s content, the webinar begins with an introduction to MBPLE, followed by five key sections: Motivation – Why MBPLE is needed in today’s complex engineering environments Foundation – Core principles and the underlying feature-based approach Implementation – Practical guidance on applying MBPLE methods and tools Adoption – Organizational change, cultural barriers, and strategies for success Real-Life Cases – Lessons learned from leading adopters such as Airbus, Thales, RTX, MBDA, and Belimo Whether you’re at the beginning of your MBPLE journey or looking to refine an existing approach, this session delivers valuable insights grounded in field-proven experience.
In this presentation, you will learn about Motivation – Why MBPLE is needed in today’s complex engineering environments Foundation – Core principles and the underlying feature-based approach Implementation – Practical guidance on applying MBPLE methods and tools Adoption – Organisational change, cultural barriers, and strategies for success Real-Life Cases – Lessons learned from leading adopters such as Airbus, Thales, RTX, MBDA, and Belimo.
Speakers: Marco Forlingieri, Tim Weilkiens, Hugo Guillermo Chal-Gongora
Moderator: Kerry Lunney

To join, click here.

Australasian Simulation Congress (ASC 2025)
2025-08-11 08:00 - 2025-08-14 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Join us in a journey of exploration and innovation at our Australasian Simulation Congress (ASC 2025) where leading-edge technology converges with real-world applications to shape the future.
Discover, learn, connect and share with our national and international industry pioneers and experts from Health, Education, Defence, Engineering, Emergency Services, Transport, Aerospace, Serious Games and more to push the boundaries of possibility, inspire creativity and ignite a transformative journey through the power simulation.

Climate Smart Engineering (CSE25), Adelaide Convention Centre 27-28th Aug
2025-08-27 08:00 - 2025-08-28 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Adelaide Convention Centre – 27-28th Aug

Resilience engineered: solutions for our climate reality

The climate reality is all around us. As engineers, we’re responding with resilience and tackling it head-on.
Only through determined adaptation and mitigation can we address the impacts of climate change today, and prepare for those of tomorrow. We’re going to need every open mind to navigate it – including yours.
The Climate Smart Engineering Conference (CSE25) is your opportunity to join the engineers and industry experts taking action to create a more resilient world.
Together, we’ll explore:

the latest tech innovations, including digital and AI solutions
the push to build more circular economies
strategies to protect our built and natural worlds
the ways workforces can adapt to uncertainty and change.

Queensland SESA Casual Networking Social event
2025-09-01 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Pig n Whistle, King George Square, 100 Adelaide St, Brisbane, Australia
Join us Monday evening, September 1st, for a casual catch-up. It’s the perfect opportunity for SESA professionals in Brisbane to connect, share ideas and kick off the week right.
No need to RSVP, just come as you are!
🗓️ Date: Monday, 01/09/2025
⏰ Time: 5.00 pm onwards
📍 Location: Pig & Whistle, King George Sq, 100 Adelaide St
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LEAo1Z6hFPugoHdAA

System testing strategies in complex engineering environments: ensuring quality, safety and performance, 03 September 2025
2025-09-03 16:30 - 17:30 (Australia/Perth) | Queensland
4.30 pm — 5:30 pm AWST, 03 September 2025
Online

Overview
Enhancing reliability and performance through rigorous testing in complex engineering systems.
System testing is essential for validating the functionality, safety, and performance of complex engineering systems before deployment. This presentation will explore the full lifecycle of system testing—from planning and execution to verification and validation—across diverse domains such as industrial automation, Railway systems software integration. Attendees will gain practical insights into international standards, structured testing hierarchies, and both black-box and white-box methodologies. The session will also cover cybersecurity, performance testing, and acceptance criteria, equipping participants with the tools and frameworks needed to deliver robust, compliant, and high-performing systems.
Learning outcomes
In this presentation, you will learn:

how a system test methodology is chosen for different applications
know how to apply testing techniques
recognize International standards governing system testing
sample tests and case study of system tests in modern railway systems.

Program
https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/event/2022/05/system-testing-strategies-complex-engineering-environments-ensuring-quality-safety
Online

6.30 pm AEST (4:30 AWST)- webinar commences
7.30 pm AEST (5:30AWST) – webinar concludes

Debjyoti Dutta MIEAust, CPEng, NER, RPEQ;
Engineering Manager, Wabtec Corporation

Biography

Debjyoti is a Chartered Professional Engineer with 20 years of experience in, designing, testing and delivering technically complex railway signalling system Project. These include Heavy Rail, Metro, Light-Rail and High-Speed Rail Systems.
Debjyoti has had the privilege of working on major projects such as the CBTC driverless metro for Delhi Metro , RTP for BHP , Perth Metronet project, Eglinton Light rail.

Autonomy in action: Discover how industries are testing, evaluating and assuring intelligent systems
2025-09-23 17:00 - 19:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Engineers Australia, Queensland, Level 9, 340 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Overview

Autonomous systems are rapidly reshaping industries; from defence and aerospace to rail, logistics, energy, and healthcare. But how do we verify, validate, and trust systems that make decisions independently?
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion which will explore the practical challenges of test and evaluation (T&E) in autonomous systems.
Through a systems engineering lens, our panelists will unpack:

How autonomy is implemented in real-world systems across sectors
The challenges and strategies in planning, conducting, and assuring credible T&E for autonomous systems
The future outlook for verification and validation of autonomous systems

Whether you work directly with autonomous platforms or are simply autonomous systems-curious, this session will offer insights and cautionary tales to apply in your own engineering contexts.
Learning Outcomes:

By attending this session, participants will:

Discover how autonomous systems are currently deployed across industries
Understand key challenges in testing and evaluating autonomous technologies
Learn strategies to manage uncertainty in autonomous system operations
Gain insights into the evolving mindset and skills needed for future autonomy assurance.

Program Outline:

Online

5.30 pm AEST – Presentation begins
6.30 pm AEST – Presentation concludes
In-Person

5.00 pm AEST – Guest arrival & networking
5.30 pm AEST – Presentation begins
6.30 pm AEST – Presentation concludes networking and light catering
7:00 pm AEST – Event concludes
Registration Link
Speakers

Benjamin Harvey

Instructor – Uncrewed Systems, Deputy Maintenance Controller, Senior Remote Pilot

Ben is an experienced Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) pilot and instructor. He presently works with Toll Aviation, where he leverages UAV technology to solve real-world challenges for both civilian and defence aviation customers, with a particular focus on enterprise drone operations, technical integration, and training.
He has contributed to several projects from concept to completion, including active involvement in Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operational development, where he provided practical test data, operational feedback, and risk assessments to support approvals processes. He has also overseen improvements in operational compliance, helping reduce breaches against aviation safety and organisational standards through training, standardisation, and technical oversight.
Ben has many years of experience leading UAV training exercises for clients across defence, mining, energy, construction, agriculture, and forestry. His training has included scenario-based drills and real-world simulation activities, ensuring clients are prepared for operational demands while improving safety, efficiency, and mission success rates.
Previously, Ben was a Ground Support Operator at Wing, where he managed a fleet of 100+ drones for delivery operations. He supported more than 2,000 deliveries per week across Logan City Council, ensuring operational safety, regulatory compliance, and fleet readiness in one of the world’s first large-scale drone delivery services. Ben is currently completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronic & UAV Engineering at Griffith University.
Adam Henrichs

Director of Advanced Development at Rheinmetall Defence Australia

Adam Henrichs is a defence technology leader with deep expertise in command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems, advanced development, and autonomous capabilities. He is currently Director of Advanced Development at Rheinmetall Defence Australia, where he leads innovation and capability exploration across emerging technologies.
Adam brings more than a decade of experience spanning systems engineering, architecture, and integration roles within both industry and defence programs. At Rheinmetall, he has served as C4ISREW System Architect and C4I Lead delivering next-generation capabilities. He has also contributed as a C4I Engineering Consultant across major programs including LAND 400 and AIR 6500, and previously held senior engineering and integration roles at Boeing Defence Australia, working on JP2072 and other critical defence communications projects.
With a Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering from QUT, Adam combines strong technical foundations with strategic insight into complex, networked defence environments. His career has consistently focused on delivering mission-ready solutions that enhance operational effectiveness, from systems integration to advanced concept development.

Asia Oceania Sector Engineering Conference, Singapore, 27-29th Oct
2025-10-27 08:00 - 2025-10-29 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
AOSEC – Asia Oceania Systems Engineering Conference, has become a series of well-established international conference on Systems Engineering in Asia Oceania Region.
AOSEC 2025 marks the 15th edition of the conference series, and will be held in Singapore, on 27-29 October.
The main events for the conference are going to be on 27th, 28th and 29th October, with tutorials and INCOSE business meetings on 26th October.
AOSEC 2025 Conference Committee invites academicians, researchers and industry practitioners to actively participate in the conference and leverage this opportunity to exchange ideas, information and opinions, share their research findings and experiences in systems engineering.

INCOSE New Zealand: 2025 New Zealand Systems Engineering Conference
2025-11-11 10:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Auckland Central , New Zealand
21 Viaduct Harbour Avenue
https://www.incose.nz/conference-registration2025
Date: Thursday, 11 November 2025
Time: 10:00 AM

Additive Manufacturing in Defence: Enabling Resilience and Adaptability
2025-11-18 16:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Join us and our new ACT branch online or in person at EA headquarters in Canberra to discover how AM strengthens supply chain resilience, enables on-demand part production, and supports rapid sustainment in contested or resource-constrained environments. Through real-world applications, you will see how AM empowers forward repair, battlefield adaptability, and reduces reliance on vulnerable supply chains.
A live demonstration will showcase the AM workflow. From preparing a model in slicing software to printing an “impossible geometry” part achievable only with AM. While the print progresses, discussion will open on key challenges including certification, deployment, and the logistical trade-offs of adopting AM. Participants will also gain insight into AM’s role within systems engineering—shaping policy, guiding capability development, and enabling mission adaptability.
Registration is required for attendance.

About the speaker

Dr. Daniel Eggler leads U.S. operations at EIT, delivering practice-based technical education tailored to defence and engineering professionals. He ensures EIT’s programs support workforce capability and national security. With over a decade of leadership in mechanical and manufacturing engineering education, he combines hands-on workshops with evidence-based teaching. Previously, he lectured at UNSW Sydney, receiving the Faculty of Engineering Educational Excellence & Innovation Award twice. He holds a Ph.D. in acoustics and vibration.

In-person
4:30 pm AEDT– Networking & refreshments for In-Person attendees
5:00 pm AEDT– Event starts
5:05 pm AEDT– Introduction to SESA and Branch launch by SESA President
5:15 pm AEDT– Presentation by Daniel Eggler
6:00 pm AEDT– Q&A
6:30 pm AEDT– End

Online
5:00 pm AEDT– Webinar starts
5:05 pm AEDT– Introduction to SESA and Branch launch by SESA President
5:15 pm AEDT– Presentation by Daniel Eggler
6:00 pm AEDT– Q&A
6:30 pm AEDT– End

2nd Australian Digital Engineering (2-Day) Summit
2025-11-24 - 2025-11-25 | Queensland
UNSW Canberra proudly presents the 2nd Australian Digital Engineering Summit 2025, a premier two-day event bringing together leaders from industry, defence, national security, government, and academia to drive collaboration, showcase cutting-edge research and share strategic insights to advance Digital Engineering (DE) implementation across Australia.
Day 1 – Summit
Date: Monday 24 November 2025.
Location: National Convention Centre Canberra.
Format: Hybrid, all presentations available to both in person and virtual attendees.
Featuring: Keynote presentations, strategic panels and thought leadership from across the DE ecosystem.
Day 2 – Optional Workshops and Masterclasses
Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025.
Location: UNSW Canberra City Campus and online.
Format: Attendees must select either in-person or online workshops and masterclasses.
Featuring: Two online sessions and two interactive in-person workshops.
For more information go here: https://consec.eventsair.com/2nd-australian-digital-engineering-summit/

Christmas Drinks – SESA Victoria Branch
2025-12-11 17:30 - 19:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
🎉 End-of-Year Celebration – SESA Victoria Branch
Date: 11 Dec 25
Time: 17:30-19:00
Location: The Mitre Tavern, Melbourne (table booked at the end of the alley)
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Event Overview
Join the Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA) Victoria Branch as we celebrate the end of 2025! This is a chance to reflect on the year that’s passed and look ahead to an exciting 2026.
We’re keeping it casual – come along for a relaxed drink, good conversation, and the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and friends in the systems engineering community.
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Why Attend?
– 🍻 Enjoy a social evening with fellow members
– 🔎 Reflect on achievements from 2025
– 🚀 Look forward to opportunities in 2026
– 🤝 Strengthen connections within the Victorian systems engineering community
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RSVP
No formal RSVP required – just drop by and join us!
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Hosted by:
Tom Castor
Chair – SESA Victoria Branch Committee

Annual INCOSE International Workshop Premier Systems Engineering Workshop
2026-01-31 08:00 - 2026-02-03 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Hybrid Event – 31 January, 1-3 February 2026
Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach
3635 Fashion Way
Torrance, California 90503 – USA

SESA Talks: Applying AI beyond ChatGPT in engineering
2026-02-19 18:30 - 19:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Engineers Australia, Queensland, Level 9, 340 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Overview
Many engineers have experimented with tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, yet these represent only a small part of the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. This session moves beyond general-purpose chat tools to provide a clear, practical introduction to AI capabilities that can be integrated into everyday engineering workflows. In this session, the presenter will demystify commonly used terms such as agents, MCP, A2A and RAG, helping engineers build confidence in understanding and evaluating emerging AI technologies relevant to professional practice.
Through interactive polls and live demonstrations, the session will showcase practical platforms including visual workflow automation tools, AI agent frameworks and local, private AI solutions suitable for sensitive or regulated environments. Attendees will see how these tools can support repeatable engineering tasks such as document handling, standards checking and cross-system integration. The session provides participants with a realistic view of what is achievable today and a structured roadmap for exploring AI safely, responsibly and effectively within their own engineering context.
Program timeline
Online

6.30 pm AEDT – Presentation commences
7.30 pm AEDT – Presentation concludes

(If you are joining from Queensland, please join at 5.30pm AEST)
In-person

5.00 pm AEST – Registration opens
5.30 pm AEST – Presentation commences
6.30 pm AEST – Presentation concludes. Networking and catering
7.00 pm AEST – Event concludes

Learning outcomes

Interpret common AI terminology in plain language, enabling informed discussions and decisions about AI adoption in engineering practice.
Identify AI tools beyond chat-based systems that are well suited to engineering workflows, including automation and agent-based solutions.
Understand when and how local or private AI options can be applied for sensitive, regulated or air-gapped project environments.
Develop a practical starting roadmap for experimenting with AI tools that improve efficiency while aligning with professional and organisational obligations.

About the speaker

Fabrice Theodore
Director, Allayze

Biography

Fabrice is a Director and founder of Allayze, a Systems Engineering and AI consultancy delivering innovative solutions for industry. He holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from RMIT and a Master of Systems Engineering from UNSW ADFA, with over ten years of experience across defence, railway, aerospace, and automotive sectors. Alongside his consulting work, he spends a lot of time figuring out how AI fits into serious engineering environments. Two years ago, he picked up his first AI tool out of curiosity. That curiosity quickly turned into something closer to obsession. He built a Hazard Log after getting fed up with Excel spreadsheets, wondering what if AI could help identify hazards he might have missed. That side project opened his eyes to what becomes possible when you combine engineering discipline with these new tools. Now, alongside two business partners, he’s building a Multi Agent Systems Engineering Platform aimed at the document-heavy, standards-driven work that engineers deal with daily. The idea is straightforward: less time on tedious tasks, more time on actual engineering. Outside of that, Fabrice shares what he’s learned with engineers and teams trying to work out where these tools fit. His view is simple: get your hands dirty, break things, and figure it out as you go.

Systems Engineering Test and Evaluation (SETE) Conference - 2026
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-30 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
Adding ‘Superpowers’ to Systems Engineering
Discover how integrating Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering into Systems Engineering enhances system design, management, and optimisation. The conference showcases advances in system modelling, automation of tasks, test & evaluation, and agile practices, driving the more efficient and resilient delivery of safe, secure, and sustainable systems within tighter timeframes.
Systems Engineering Test and Evaluation (SETE) 2026 is the premier conference of the Systems Engineering Society of Australia (SESA) and the Southern Cross Chapter of the International Test and Evaluation Association (ITEA). SETE provides a transdisciplinary forum for participants to expand professional networks, exchange best practices, and learn from leading practitioners and academics in engineering systems and the delivery of complex capabilities across diverse sectors.

The disciplines of systems engineering and test and evaluation — strengthened by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, digital engineering, automation, and data-driven approaches — are uniquely positioned to shape the design, integration, delivery, and sustainment of safe, secure, and resilient complex systems, enabling faster, smarter, and more sustainable outcomes for national and global benefit.
SETE26 will also explore how Artificial Intelligence and data engineering not only improve but also revolutionary shift the ability for Systems Engineers to analyses massive datasets and identify patterns invisible to the human eye, enabling more informed decision-making and efficient processes. Furthermore, these new technologies will enable systems to perform functions requiring human intelligence, leading to a significant transformation of how Systems will be engineered across all domains: Defence, Healthcare, Energy, Infrastructure and Transport.

This year’s SETE Conference is to be held at the Hilton Sydney from 27-30 April 2026.

Submissions for Abstracts, Papers and Tutorial submissions are open now! For more details, key dates and for how to apply visit the Authors page of the SETE website.

Please visit the SETE website for more information. For sponsorship, please download the prospectus here.

36th Annual INCOSE International Symposium, Yokohama, Japan
2026-06-13 08:00 - 2026-06-18 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Queensland
The INCOSE International Symposium is the premier international forum where practitioners, researchers, and educators share their insights, experiences, and innovations, furthering the practice of systems engineering. The symposium has occurred every year since 1991 and is the largest annual gathering of the systems engineering community.

Beyond Digital Engineering: Seeking Wa in SE
While Digital Engineering (DE) continues to be a driving force in developing complex systems, today’s societal challenges demand a more profound leap forward. The 2026 symposium will center on harmonizing emerging technologies with the irreplaceable power of human creativity and Kansei (sensibility), all guided by Wa, the Japanese concept of harmony.
How can Human Systems Integration (HSI) forge this essential synergy and effectively blend human ingenuity, Kansei, and advanced technologies like AI? What vital skills will systems engineers need to thrive in this new era of evolving DE? This focus on a human-centric, nature-harmonized approach will illuminate the path for systems engineering to not just adapt, but to lead the shaping of our future world.
