Sonder – Wellbeing & Support PartnerAt Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day.
So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.
We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most key industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.Our BenefitsCompetitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical InsuranceAnnualised Performance Review ProcessThalesFlex – Hybrid work environmentFitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUSEmployee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)Modernised Paid Parental LeaveVeterans LeaveNovated Lease optionsFamily support through our partnership with Parents at WorkPersonal & professional training development opportunitiesSonder – Wellbeing & Support PartnerOUR TEAMAs part of our VTS business, our PRV team is primarily focused on the design, manufacture, delivery and support of protected mobility vehicles on a global scale.
We are very proud of everything we do in support of both the Bushmaster and Hawkei platforms as we all work together towards our purpose.
Most importantly – be a part of a positive team culture that is focused on our people.YOUR ROLE:Come join our growing engineering team as an Engineering Delivery Manager.
In this role, you will be responsible for driving the end-to-end delivery of engineering and technical projects and programs by aligning cross-functional teams, managing priorities, and ensuring solutions are delivered on time, within scope,



and to the required quality standards.
This role enables Thales to deliver optimal solutions to customers, foster innovation, and support future product development through collaboration, technical leadership, and effective management of risk and opportunity.Combining strong project management discipline with technical understanding, the position supports execution, stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement in delivery performance.Working at our Bendigo site, on Dja Dja Wurrung Land, some of your roles and responsibilities include:Lead end-to-end planning and delivery of engineering and technical projects, ensuring on-time delivery within scope, budget, and quality expectations in alignment with customer needs, business objectives, Product Policy, and product roadmaps.Effectively coordinate across cross-functional teams to manage dependencies, priorities, and delivery commitments.Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into actionable technical strategies and architectures.Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks, issues, and constraints during project execution.Build and maintain high stakeholder confidence through transparent communication, timely reporting, and predictable project execution.Ensure efficient resource utilization and support team productivity and delivery excellence within a matrix organization.Monitor project progress against defined scope, timeline, budget,



and quality targets; implement corrective actions as required.Your Experience & SkillsQualification(s):Bachelor's degree in Engineering.Eligible for NER (National Engineering Register) and CPEng (Chartered Professional Engineer) accreditation with Engineers Australia.Essential Experience:Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in technical project delivery and management.Demonstrated experience delivering engineering or technical projects within complex, matrixed, or cross-functional environments.Sufficient technical awareness to engage credibly with engineering teams, understand delivery impacts, and support informed decision-making.Strong fundamental understanding of project management principles, including scheduling, budget management, estimation, milestone tracking, and risk management.Proven ability to lead and manage technical engineering projects, meeting requirements while maintaining a clear view of risks and opportunities.Ability to verify and assess the technical deliverables of engineering teams (such as customer needs, requirements, and architectural choices).
Desirable Experience:Previous experience in delivering projects in accordance with ASDEFCON (Australian Standard for Defence Contracting) requirements.Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices.Experience using project planning tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera.Direct experience supporting bids and tendering activities.We're proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there's always more we can do.
We'll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
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📌 Engineering Delivery Manager (Bendigo)
🏢 Thales
📍 Bendigo