At BAE Systems Australia * Do interesting work that MATTERS * ENJOY what you do * GROW your career * Be YOU We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible. Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work. About the OPPORTUNITY We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join our Maritime Australia Research & Technology Innovation Program based in Tonsley, SA. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will apply your experience and skills to plan, execute and deliver diverse, innovative and world breaking concept projects. Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to test concepts, develop prototypes and simulate the behaviour to validate and embed into real-world applications. Concept projects provide extensive advantage across Maritime to continuously improve current state, efficiencies, safety, productivity and quality. By collaborating with Industry Partners & Universities you will contribute to innovative solutions and be on the forefront of their delivery into a maritime production & sustainment environment. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. Key responsibilities include: * Apply effective Project Management principles to initiate, plan, execute and deliver projects through proactive team collaboration and leadership * Determine the scope & drive needs analysis requirements to ensure concept meets strategic objectives of the Business, Customers and Stakeholders * Proactive engagement and management of R&T Technical / Engineering teams * Identify and proactively manage project opportunities and risks and develop mitigation strategies for pursuit throughout contract phases. * Fostering a positive collaborative culture between key project stakeholders and the project team including the customer, sub-contractors and suppliers * Establishing appropriate key success indicators and recommend trade-offs between scope, quality, time and cost * Maintenance of project management baseline About YOU * Demonstrated experience in Project Management fundamentals or technical engineering * Ability to determine, dissect and construct the scope set, the schedule, the timeline and ascertain what is viable and what needs to be eliminated * Experience in major defence or engineering projects * Ability to partner with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to obtain the necessary deliverables * Proven track record of successful project delivery in terms of cost, schedule and performance * Familiar with using and Developing PLM tools such as Windchill or other ERP tools * Current Baseline Defence Security Clearance or eligibility to obtain We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. About US You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au Clearances As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.
