Project Manager-TSPV

Azooa is inviting
Expressions of Interest (EOIs)
for a high-impact role supporting the
Australian Army's Land Fires Program
, under
RFQTS 16746 – LCD MMPAR Project Support)
.

We are assembling a team of elite Defence professionals to contribute to one of the most strategically significant capability projects within Army —
LAND Mounted Mobile Protected Artillery Radar (MMPAR)
.

If you have a
Top Secret Positive Vetting (TS-PV)
clearance, experience across the
Capability Life Cycle (CLC)
, and want to influence a project that enhances Australia's sovereign long-range fires capability, this opportunity is for you.

About Azooa

Azooa Pty Ltd is a 100% Australian-owned and operated digital innovator headquartered in the
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
. We work exclusively with Australian professionals — no offshore staff — providing highly skilled resources to Federal Government programs.

Our mission is to
empower Defence and Government through local expertise
. We're currently responding to a number of
Request for Quote Tasks (RFQs)
and are seeking expressions of interest from professionals eager to join upcoming, high-visibility projects across the Commonwealth.

With Azooa, you're not just filling a contract — you're joining a team that values integrity, collaboration, and precision delivery in every engagement.

Project Background – LAND MMPAR

The
Mounted Mobile Protected Artillery Radar (MMPAR)
initiative forms part of the Army's broader
Land Fires Program (LFP)
under the
Land Capability Division (LCD)
.

MMPAR provides advanced radar and sensor capability to detect, track, and classify artillery and missile threats — enhancing situational awareness and the survivability of deployed land forces.

To progress toward
Gate 2 (Investment Committee / National Security Committee)
, Army requires focused project support for documentation, integration planning, testing, and FIC implementation.

This role directly supports
SO1 Long Range Fires
within the LFP and contributes to defining the technical and operational baseline for a critical sovereign capability.

Position Description

Title:
Senior Project Manager – LAND MMPAR

RFQTS:
16746 | LCD – MMPAR Project Support

Location:
Russell Offices, Canberra ACT

Duration:
15 December 2025 – 30 June 2026 (with extension options)

Clearance:
Top Secret Positive Vet (TS-PV) – Essential

Reports to:
SO1 Long Range Fires

Client:
Army – Land Capability Division (LCD) / Land Fires Program (LFP)

Role Purpose

Provide high-level project management, documentation, and integration support to the
Land Fires Program
for delivery of the
Land Mounted Mobile Protected Artillery Radar (MMPAR)
capability.

This role drives the preparation of
Project Documentation Suite (PDS)
artefacts, leads planning for
Initial In-Service Support (IIS)
and
Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E)
activities, and ensures the coordinated implementation of
Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC)
for the MMPAR battery.

Your work ensures the project's documentation, risk management, and readiness are complete and aligned with Defence CLC expectations, supporting the transition through Gate 2 and acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and coordinate PDS documentation — including the Concept of Employment, IC Business Case, Cost Model, Operational Concept Document, and supporting artefacts.

Lead and support IIS planning and readiness for service entry.

Coordinate OT&E planning and execution to confirm performance, suitability, and acceptance.

Oversee FIC delivery for the MMPAR battery, ensuring balanced capability outcomes.

Engage extensively across ADF, APS, and industry to manage dependencies, identify risks, and achieve approval milestones.

Provide structured progress and risk reports to SO1 Long Range Fires and participate in project governance forums.

Maintain WHS compliance, configuration control, and adherence to security protocols.

Ensure auditability and quality assurance for Gate 2 readiness documentation.

Key Deliverables

• Approved PDS artefacts (Concept of Employment, IC Business Case, Cost Model, OCD).
• IIS and OT&E plans and completion reports.
• FIC implementation plan with validated progress metrics.
• Maintained risk registers and mitigation reporting.
• Input to governance briefs, IC/NSC committee submissions, and progress dashboards.

Skills & Experience

Essential criteria

Demonstrated Defence project management experience within the Capability Life Cycle, delivering PDS artefacts and supporting Gate 2 IC/NSC submissions.

Proven authorship of PDS documents (CoE, IC Business Case, Cost Model, OCD).

Strong background in IIS and OT&E for complex Defence systems (preferably radar or missile).

Experience implementing FIC across multi-stakeholder environments.

Excellent Defence stakeholder engagement, reporting, and communication skills.

Understanding of AESA radar and Tactical Data Links integration principles.

High initiative, autonomy, and reliability under tight timeframes.

Desirable criteria

Familiarity with Protected Mobility Command variants (LAND 8113 Ph 1 & 2).

Experience in Defence acquisition or technical documentation supporting radar/fires programs.

Formal project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).

Understanding of Defence WHS and risk frameworks.

Personal Attributes

Results-driven and detail-focused.

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder rapport skills.

Autonomous yet collaborative.

Ethical, accountable, and aligned with Defence Values of Service, Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Excellence.

Key Stakeholders

• SO1 Long Range Fires (Project lead)
• Land Fires Program Office (Army LCD)
• CASG Acquisition teams
• DSTG scientists and test authorities
• Industry partners supporting MMPAR integration

Performance Indicators

Timely and compliant delivery of approved PDS artefacts.

Effective IIS & OT&E coordination and reporting.

High stakeholder satisfaction and proactive risk management.

Positive governance feedback and milestone compliance.

Full adherence to Defence security & WHS requirements.

Additional Details

Work pattern:
Full-time on-site at Russell Offices (Canberra).

Start:
15 December 2025 (subject to contract award).

End:
30 June 2026 (extensions possible).

Clearance:
TS-PV (essential).

What You'll Gain

Working through Azooa means joining a trusted delivery partner to the Commonwealth, with a local support team that values professionalism and work-life balance.

You'll be embedded in a high-profile Defence project, working directly with senior Army stakeholders while shaping one of the next-generation sensor capabilities critical to national defence.

We provide:

Responsive local support (no overseas admin delays).

Transparent engagement terms and competitive rates.

Priority consideration for subsequent RFQs and extensions.

Inclusion in a network of cleared professionals across the ACT.

How to Apply

If this role aligns with your experience and availability, please reply with:

A
tailored resume
highlighting relevant CLC, PDS, IIS, OT&E, and FIC experience.

A brief note confirming your
TS-PV status
and
availability from 15 December 2025
.

Applications are treated confidentially. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a brief capabilities alignment discussion prior to Azooa's formal submission to Defence.

About the Azooa Opportunity Pool

Azooa is actively responding to multiple Defence RFQs and RFTs across the Federal Government.

By submitting your EOI for this task, you'll also be included in our priority talent pool for upcoming roles across:

• Project and Program Management
• Systems Engineering and Integration
• Test and Evaluation
• Information Assurance and ICT Delivery
• Capability Development and Acquisition Support

Our model is simple:
100% Australian talent, 100% on-shore, 100% focused on Defence outcomes.

Next Steps

We'll be closing candidate EOIs on
2 December :00 AEST)
to align with Defence submission timelines.

If you're ready to contribute your expertise to one of Army's most strategically important radar programs, we'd love to hear from you.