Project Manager

1 day ago

Hume, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Randstad - Defence Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Project Manager - Advanced Space Capabilities

Randstad is currently partnering with EOS (Electro Optical Systems) on an exciting new role within the software testing space. As part of broad, on-going growth within the space team, the business has a need for an experienced Project Manager with knowledge or experience around Advanced space capabilities or interested in future space projects.

This is a permanent opportunity, full-time onsite based in Hume, Canberra.

About the Role

Strategic Program Enablement: Provide strategic leadership to equip project teams with the essential knowledge, advanced tools, and proven frameworks necessary for the successful delivery of complex, high-impact programs.

Stakeholder Communication & Alignment: Drive clear, consistent, and proactive communication across all engagement levels, ensuring seamless alignment between technical teams, management, and key external stakeholders.

Senior Project Accountability: Serve as the senior point of accountability for assigned projects, meticulously overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation to consistently meet stringent contractual and organizational objectives.

Comprehensive Project Governance & Control: Lead and manage robust project governance, including:

  • Establishing and maintaining critical documentation and configuration control systems.
  • Coordinating supplier and subcontractor performance to guarantee timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Designing and optimizing efficient workflows that ensure both productivity and regulatory compliance.
  • Implementing robust quality assurance and control processes throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Strategically prioritizing and sequencing tasks to meet demanding and accelerated delivery schedules.

About you

The ideal candidate for this role will bring a fresh and enthusiastic approach to the team with new ideas on new product development for space intelligence and space control. Additionally, you'll need:

  • Proven experience within engineering, aerospace, and NPD (New Product Development)
  • Some knowledge around directed energy (understanding of lasers or radar is advantageous)
  • A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science, Defence Studies, Business Administration, or Project Management is essential
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, a strong grasp of formal project management methodologies, and relevant academic credentials aligned to the discipline.
  • A proven track record of delivering engineering projects within complex engineering environments
  • All applicants must hold Australian citizenship
  • Experience in working with precision ground based optical systems, space surveillance, or advanced defence technologies

Our offer to you

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Opportunity to bring fresh ideas and to work on new product development
  • Flexible hours
  • Unique opportunity to contribute your great skills to the programs of national significance

The candidate must be an Australian citizen and be eligible to obtain a security clearance or have a NV2 or TSPV.

"Join EOS and help shape the future of defence technology. Apply now through Randstad by clicking "apply now" or send an email to Oliver Bain at

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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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