Bcs Engineering Manager

As part of the Battlespace Communications System Team, you will help build, lead and support teams that design and produce next generation Military Communications Systems and contribute to the continued evolution of those capabilities to the Australian Defence Forces. Join us to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.

**The Opportunity**

We are seeking a talented engineering manager to work in a dynamic organisation; leading one of the Field Hardware and Assembly engineering teams focused on BCS program delivery across a portfolio of deployable network and communication projects.

BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centerpiece for multiple projects and campaigns. The BCS combines both developmental and off the shelf hardware and software to provide world leading communications capability for ADF personnel. It can be rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs.

We are looking for dynamic leaders who will bring diversity, openness, transparency, effective communication and relationship building strengths to support the BCS program. Our leaders are part of a wider community to seek and drive diversity & inclusion, continuous improvement, develop and execute project and process plans, and develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.

Execution experience and talent to take on the development, delivery, and sustainment of BCS products and services is important as is who you are and how you care for the people you work with. We are looking for great communicators with a focus on relationship building and collaboration across Boeing, with our Customers and our Suppliers. Inclusivity is part of who we are, and our leaders will be committed and active participants in creation of a diverse, and inclusive culture.

**Responsibilities**
- Leading a multi-disciplinary engineering team within the BCS enterprise organisation.
- Delivering capability outcomes for BCS customers.
- Planning and estimation of technical work scope and development of team project plans
- Execution of project plans in accordance within defined schedule and cost parameters.
- Effective stakeholder engagement within Boeing, suppliers and customers.
- Staff management including recruitment, development and performance.
- Fostering and developing inclusive, diverse and high performing teams.

**Essential**:

- Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline, Information Technology related fields or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience in complex engineering development programs.
- Passion and experience in fostering positive team culture.
- Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

**Desirable**:

- Demonstrable track record of leading diverse teams to achieve program outcomes.
- Hardware development and CoTs/MoTs integration experience highly regarded.
- Proven track record of overseeing product development throughout the entire engineering lifecycle.
- Formal Project management, Agile, Engineering or Management qualifications are desirable, however all relevant prior experience will be considered.

We invite a diverse range of people to apply, including people from outside of the defence industry.\

**About Us**

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

**Benefits**
- Flexible working options
- Study assistance
- Salary packaging
- Employee Incentive Program

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

BDA encourages women and people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent to be part of a safe and diverse organisation.