About us:
At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.
Your responsibilities will include:
Our energetic, innovative and dynamic Program Management team is in search of a
Project Managers to join our expanding Maritime team in Adelaide.
These roles offer the opportunity to work across Maritime programs contributing to the design, integration and delivery of advanced combat systems.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where your work directly supports mission-critical capability for the Australian Defence Force.
Responsibilities:-
Lead or coordinate project planning, resourcing, staffing, supply and subcontract management, progress reporting, troubleshooting and people management.
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Ensure project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule and cost. Monitor performance and recommend schedule changes, cost adjustments or resource additions updates in accordance with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles as required.
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Solve technical and non technical problems throughout the life of the project, but tries to resolve problems during the design and planning phases whenever possible.
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Oversee and coordinate work performed by outside contractors. Provide timely and accurate information and status updates to project sponsors, end users and management.
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Participate in budget development and evaluating how project plan changes impact cost and schedule. May be responsible for feasibility studies and field trials management. Issues stop-work order when adverse risk is identified.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will need the following qualifications and experience.-
Qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in a related discipline, or equivalent experience / combined education, including substantial professional experience.
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Proven experience as a Project Manager in a multidisciplinary environment managing complex, medium scale programs (preferably within an IT or engineering project environment)
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Proven experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing advice and guidance to a range of stakeholders across the Company with respect to Project Management activities. Extensive experience within an engineering/technical organisation within a Defence environment *
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Previous experience with bids, proposal and business development activities.
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Utilisation of a range of Project Management tools and methodologies with a high degree of competence, including experience developing new project plans and delivery methods.
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Substantial knowledge of AS4360 (Risk Management), ISO9001 (Quality Systems), and AS04817 (Earned Value Management)
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Strong understanding of the interfaces between Programs and the Systems Engineering Lifecycle
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Substantial experience with Prince2 or PMBOK project management methodology
Special Requirements:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
What we offer you:
When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.
We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
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Flexible work & Hybrid work options
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Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
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A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
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Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
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Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.
Vacancy Country
Australia
