IT Business Partner

We are seeking an experienced Information Technology Business Partner Lead to drive strategic alignment between IT and BDA business functions. This pivotal leadership role, based in Brisbane with a hybrid work model, will shape and execute IT strategies that enable Boeing Defence Australia to achieve its most complex and critical business objectives.

As the primary IT liaison and trusted advisor to senior business leaders, you will lead the integration of business priorities with innovative IT solutions, ensuring that technology investments deliver measurable value and competitive advantage. You will influence cross-functional teams, foster collaboration across Boeing's global IT ecosystem, and champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

About the Role:

• Strategic Partnership & Alignment: Collaborate with Boeing Defence Australia leadership and Information, Digital Technology & Security (IDT&S) to co-create and continuously refine IT strategies that directly support evolving business goals and defence capabilities.
• Business Transformation Leadership: Translate complex business challenges and opportunities into clear, actionable IT initiatives that drive innovation, efficiency, and mission success.
• Governance & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the authoritative voice of the business within IT governance forums, ensuring prioritisation of resources aligns with strategic imperatives and risk management frameworks.
• Enterprise-wide Influence: Leverage Boeing's global IT network and industry insights to anticipate emerging trends, identify disruptive technologies, and position BDA at the forefront of digital transformation.
• Change Management & Communication: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies that keep executive leadership and stakeholders informed, engaged, and aligned throughout program lifecycles.
• Risk & Quality Oversight: Proactively identify risks and dependencies, drive consensus on mitigation plans and ensuring delivery excellence with a focus on first-time quality and sustainable outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement & Capability Building: Lead and represent IT in maintaining and upholding operational excellence within the areas of service management, long range business planning and capability development. Champion the adoption of Lean, Agile, and other best practices to enhance IT service delivery, operational resilience, and organisational agility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Minimum 10 years in senior IT business partnering or strategic IT leadership roles within large and complex organisations.
• Demonstrated success influencing and shaping IT strategy to deliver business transformation and competitive advantage.
• Exceptional business acumen with the ability to navigate and influence at all organisational levels.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges requiring creativity and innovative approaches.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing complex stakeholder ecosystems.
• Deep understanding of Lean, Agile, and continuous improvement methodologies applied at enterprise scale.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Advanced tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or related disciplines.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in IT business analysis, systems analysis, or strategic consulting with strong capabilities in requirements definition and solution architecture or project management.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale infrastructure, systems development, and business transformation programs.
• Expertise in IT Service Management frameworks and cyber security principles.
• Familiarity with Defence and Aerospace industry processes, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sustainment.
• Experience with business process improvement methodologies such as Lean+, Six Sigma, or equivalent

About Us

Boeing employs more than 3,000 talented people in Australia bringing the best of Boeing and industry together to deliver world-best capabilities and systems. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to support Australia's defence priorities and technological advancement.  Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world:

• Lead strategic, high-impact initiatives that shape the future of defence technology.
• Engage in a culture that values innovation, ethical leadership, and continuous learning.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and comprehensive wellbeing programs.
• Access global career development opportunities within Boeing's extensive network.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to empowering all employees.

We encourage candidates who meet most of the criteria and possess the foundational experience to apply and contribute to our mission.

Benefits

• Cutting edge projects
• Flexible working options
• Competitive remuneration and incentive plan available
• Discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
• Salary packaging options
• Health and wellbeing benefits