Peter Tran

Principal | Leadership | Problem Solver | Culture Builder

Greater Melbourne Area

About

Chartered Engineer with over a decade of Engineering experience across public and private sectors, with a holistic approach to achieve optimised outcomes. Experienced in Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Complex Systems Engineering and Technical Analytics and excelling in operations across diverse groups, through a unique blend of the Engineering fundamentals and Strategic Thinking.

Experience

  • Senior Manager at K39 Consulting Pty Ltd
    Jul 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Senior Manager - Maritime Systems Engineering at ADROITA
    Mar 2022 - Jul 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Hobart Class (DDG) Usage and Upkeep Cycle (UUC) Engineering Analysis Lead - Engineering analysis of systems of interest to determine feasibility and risk of transitioning from current UUC to the proposed UUC. - Engagement of internal and external stakeholders (ADF, OEM, SMEs) to acquire required data. ANZAC Class (FFH) Usage and Upkeep Cycle (UUC) Project - Development of simulation model to determine performance of current UUC. - Data analytics to map the client's key metrics against system outcomes. - Application of model outcomes to solve client needs.

  • Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (6 yrs 2 mos)
    • Engineering Manager
      Jun 2021 - Mar 2022 · 10 mos

      Armaments SPO (WTEC) - Land Systems Division - Won the Integrated Soldier System Branch Outstanding Team Award - Leading large Engineering and Technical team consisting of Military and Civilian personnel. - Manage and oversee the Weapons Testing, Evaluation and Certification program including the prioritisation of the CA08 Small Arms and CA10 Direct Fire Support Weapons fleets. - Management of the CA08 Small Arms and CA10 Direct Fire Support Weapons fleet Engineering Change Proposals and RODUM systems. - Engagement of Senior Leadership Team through various cross-functional team syncs. - Support and mentorship to support development of team.

    • Senior Systems Engineer
      Jun 2019 - Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Armaments SPO (WTEC) - Land Systems Division - Managed the Introduction Into Service of Carl Gustaf M4 capability. - Facilitated and conducted weapon and ammunition S3 testing for Technical Certification. - Review and development of Technical Risk Assessments - Facilitated and conducted System Safety Working Groups. - Configuration management of systems through Configuration Management Tool - Land.

    • Engineering Manager
      Aug 2017 - Jun 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos

      Maritime Command and Control SPO (CN30) - Joint Systems Division - Management of Mission and Safety critical Navigation Display System capability across RAN fleet. - Developing and managing the Fleet Technical Refresh priority list through engagement with the various platform SPOs, as well as the individual ship staff. - Engaging senior operators, Cyber Security SME's and Capability Manager to develop FPS. - Managing Prime and Sub-contractors to ensure support services and the capability met RAN's requirements. - Leading the Engineering component of the support contract renewal activity. - Facilitating and witnessing of AT&E and OT&E activities.

  • Product Development Engineer at Lock Focus
    Jul 2011 - Dec 2015 · 4 yrs 6 mos

    - Client interaction to identifying client's needs and engineer tailored solutions - Managing internal and external personnel to meet tight 6 month and 12 month concept to market projects - Design and management of new products from concept to market - Build and assemble product prototypes - Design and implement cycle testing for new products

  • Disability Liason Unit - Alternative Formatter at Monash University
    Feb 2007 - Dec 2012 · 5 yrs 11 mos

    - Liaising with DLU Coordinator to determine course of action for student - Formatting documents with high attention to detail in accordance with DLU guideline - Working under strict deadlines to turnaround documents for students - Conducted training sessions for new DLU officers outlining key duties and expected targets - Co-author of Monash DLU formatting guide handbook