Executive Leader

We are seeking an experienced Program Integration Office and Program Execution & Control Manager to join a key leadership role for the E-7 Development program, supporting the world-class Wedgetail AEW&C capability.

The successful candidate will manage and direct program activities including integrated planning and scheduling, change management, project management, enabling functions and the program operating rhythm.

This leadership role reports to the E7 Core PIO Program Manager and is accountable for ensuring alignment and integration of work at all levels within the E-7 Development Program and horizontally with the E-7 Cored PIO.

The position sits on the E-7 Development Leadership Team and the E-7 Cored PIO Leadership Team, requiring effective liaison with customers at all levels, both internal and external.

This role is preferably based in Williamtown NSW.

• Demonstrated skills in managing large-scale complex projects to successful and timely completion.
• Proven ability to execute high-level management functions, including customer liaison, business awareness and track record of successful execution outcomes.
• Experience in a broad range of functional areas including finance, scheduling, production control, trade controls, intellectual property management, metrics management, quality, subcontracting and procurement.
• Tertiary qualification in a business-related field, e.g. Program Management, Finance, Engineering discipline.
• Significant experience in managing sub-contractors and awareness of contracting mechanisms.
• Excellent understanding of and demonstrated experience in applying project management best practice principles.
• Ability to effectively liaise with company and customer representatives.
• Australian citizenship and eligibility for an Australian Department of Defence security clearance to Secret level and satisfaction of ITAR requirements.
• High-level leadership and people skills, with the ability to identify and grow high achievers.
• Ability to navigate and lead through complex change management.
• Ability to address performance issues and conduct difficult conversations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for interaction between staff and key internal and external customer groups from O4 to O6 level.
• Experience in a military or commercial aerospace environment.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Important Note: Applicants may require a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA) to perform this role, which is determined by the Department of Defence under laws issued in 2024.

On the Wedgetail program, we value diversity, inclusivity and collaboration as core cultural expectations. Our interactions are shaped by our values and personnel proactively demonstrate Boeing's expected behaviours.

We celebrate and respect the diversity within our group, fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is heard, respected and appreciated.

Our philosophy prioritises customer mission, using a best-for-capability approach, ensuring everything we do is done safely, with integrity and strengthens relationships.

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across platforms.
• Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
• Formal mentoring and training, along with on-the-job learning.
• Formal reward and recognition program.
• Access to discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
• Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
• Social and community groups.

We collaborate strongly with our global community and encourage collaboration with international counterparts.

We commit to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from female candidates, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination in our recruitment and employment practices.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and have teams in more than 65 countries, fostering a culture that promotes innovation, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations may include conducting interviews in accessible locations, encouraging candidates to bring assistive technology and offering flexible interview formats.