About Us
IAG Defence & National Security (DNS) is part of IAG, a specialist advisory firm supporting complex infrastructure, Defence and national security programs across Australia.
Our DNS team works closely with Commonwealth agencies and industry partners to deliver specialist expertise into nationally significant programs. Our success depends on our ability to identify, engage and mobilise highly specialised talent quickly and effectively. IAG is recognised as Veteran Friendly Employer under the Veteran Employment Program.
The Role
Join a major Defence program shaping next‑generation air and missile defence capability. Be part of a high‑performing technical management team driving configuration control, data governance and publications development across a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment. You’ll deliver high‑quality technical data and documentation that support capability acquisition and sustainment, working with engineering, logistics and program leadership to influence outcomes and strengthen Defence integration.
As the Project Configuration Control & Publications Development Manager, you will coordinate technical data controls, configuration management and publications development across a large Defence program. You’ll provide expert advice on technical documentation standards, configuration change processes, and compliance with Defence frameworks and Australian standards.
You will maintain and govern the Master Technical Data Index (MTDI), ensuring accuracy, traceability and alignment with program requirements. Working under direction from senior program leads, you’ll plan and manage strategies for technical and materiel data management, supporting product support, logistics, and engineering outcomes across the capability life cycle.
Your responsibilities include:
- Managing configuration control and technical data frameworks across multiple work streams.
- Providing technical guidance on documentation development, publication standards and compliance.
- Coordinating with engineering, ILS, and capability integration teams to ensure consistency and governance across artefacts.
- Assessing technical packages and reports, providing recommendations that consider safety, compliance and sustainment implications.
- Representing the program at technical data management meetings and stakeholder reviews.
- Supporting change management and continuous improvement of data management processes.
- Overseeing Commonwealth governance and updates to the Master Technical Data Index (MTDI).
- Collaborating with Strategic Partners and Defence stakeholders to align technical data management practices and ensure timely delivery of artefacts.
- Reporting progress through structured planning and risk management activities.
About You
You bring:
- 10+ years’ experience in technical data management, configuration control or publications development within Defence or Defence Industry.
- Strong understanding of Defence Capability Life Cycle and integrated logistics support (ILS) principles.
- Proven ability to manage complex technical data frameworks, configuration baselines and document control systems.
- Experience applying S1000D standards and Australian technical publication requirements.
- Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps methodologies and change management principles.
- Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills — able to interpret technical information, manage risks, and engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success working across multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, logistics, and program management.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise competing tasks, and deliver high‑quality outputs under tight timeframes.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant technical, engineering or data management discipline (AQF‑aligned).
- NV1 or NV2 security clearance (Australian citizenship required).
- relevant knowledge similar to advertised opportunity
- Willingness to travel as required.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build collaborative relationships across Defence and industry partners.
This role is based in Newcastle, NSW, with hybrid work arrangements considered.
What we offer
With offices in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Canberra, we’re a tight-knit team, working across some of Australia’s most critical infrastructure and Defence projects. We come from diverse backgrounds and pride ourselves on our flexible, supportive and collaborative team culture. We can offer great work, great people, great culture, great conditions, and an all-round great time, whilst you go about developing a great career in this space.
As part of IAG, you’ll be joining a team of more than 250 professionals’ working across a range of integrated workstreams in a friendly and approachable environment.
