Senior Project Manager

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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

An exciting opportunity exists to join the High Frequency Sensing Portfolio as the Senior Project Manager / Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead. You will be working across several programs to deliver both mission and support systems engineering services. Located at either Edinburgh Parks, Adelaide or Melbourne CBD, you will have a focus on team leadership and project delivery to support execution of complex programs.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

• Providing effective leadership to Project Team members, including the Engineering team (Systems engineering, Systems integration, Systems Acceptance Verification and Validation, Support, engineering, maintenance, operating, supply, training support) so as to ensure project budgets and the schedules are met and the customer reports favourably on technical compliance with the specification and product quality
  
• Accountability for the day to day management of a multi-disciplined project team and effectively mentoring, leading and developing all operational personnel to deliver flawlessly within defined scope and schedule
  
• Effectively leading and engaging stakeholders and engage collaboratively with program managers to balance competing needs
  
• Monitoring program performance including earned value management and technical progress measures
  
• Advising and informing of any defects or potential defects in the quality of the products and services to support a proactive, prevention-based approach to the delivery of quality outcomes for the program
  
• Working with Finance to ensure the achievement of sound operational financial performance through effective budget management
  

• Significant senior project management experience in delivery of acquisition programs and a detailed knowledge of Earned Value management and full lifecycle engineering
  
• A proven track record in operational management and well developed asset and financial management skills, complemented by strong leadership capabilities
  
• A track record of successful management of project teams, involving external contractors and partners and successful delivery in terms of cost, schedule and performance
  
• A relevant Degree in a Project Management/Engineering/Manufacturing/business related discipline
  
• Well developed communication and people development skills
  
• An ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships
  
• Have a high level of customer focus and proven experience with customers at senior levels
  
• Experience in managing large and dispersed engineering teams (highly desirable)
  
• Higher education qualifications in project management at degree level and/ or allied disciplines (highly desirable)
  
• Must currently hold a Negative Vetting 1 Security Clearance
  

We believe in hiring for potential — we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings; we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or a squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

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As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing