Expressions of Interest: ILS Lead

Location: Canberra, ACT | Melbourne, VIC

About the Company

Atlin is an Australian consulting and advisory firm that partners with government and industry to solve complex business and operational challenges. We specialise in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS), Engineering, Asset Management, Sustainment and ERP transformation, delivering practical solutions that build capability and create lasting value.

We work alongside Defence and major industry partners to provide specialist expertise across the acquisition, delivery and sustainment of complex Defence capabilities.

About the Role

Atlin is seeking expressions of interest from experienced ILS Leads to support major Defence capability programs in Canberra and Melbourne .

Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering, project, logistics and sustainment teams, you will provide specialist ILS leadership across the capability lifecycle. You will be responsible for coordinating ILS activities, developing supportability solutions and ensuring logistics and sustainment requirements are effectively integrated into program outcomes.

This is an opportunity to contribute to complex Defence programs while working with experienced professionals across Atlin's growing Defence practice.

Due to the nature of the opportunities, current Australian Defence security clearance is essential (ideally NV1 or higher). Candidates with Baseline clearance are also encouraged to register their interest.

Responsibilities

- lead and coordinate Integrated Logistics Support activities across Defence acquisition and sustainment programs;
- develop, maintain and implement ILS strategies, plans, schedules and supporting documentation;
- coordinate ILS activities and deliverables across engineering,



project, logistics and sustainment teams;
- provide specialist advice on supportability, maintainability and through-life support requirements;
- contribute to the development and management of ILS requirements across the capability lifecycle;

- coordinate activities across relevant ILS disciplines, including RAM, Logistics Support Analysis, Supply Support, Maintenance, Technical Data, Technical Publications, Training, Configuration Management and Through-Life Support;
- review and contribute to ILS documentation, technical reports and program deliverables;
- support design reviews, program reviews and stakeholder engagements;

- identify and manage ILS risks, issues, dependencies and opportunities for improvement;
- work collaboratively with Commonwealth, industry and project stakeholders to resolve complex logistics and supportability issues; and
- provide guidance and mentoring to ILS practitioners and contribute to the continuous improvement of Atlin's ILS capability.

Qualifications

- Degree or relevant tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain, Asset Management or a related discipline;
- relevant professional qualifications or certifications in ILS, logistics or Defence sustainment are highly desirable.

Required Skills

- demonstrated experience working in an ILS Lead, ILS Manager,



Senior ILS Engineer or equivalent role within Defence or a complex engineering environment;

- strong understanding of Integrated Logistics Support principles and through-life support;
- experience developing and managing ILS plans, strategies, requirements and deliverables;
- demonstrated experience across multiple ILS disciplines;

- knowledge of Defence acquisition, sustainment and capability management environments;
- strong understanding of supportability, maintainability and logistics requirements;
- ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities;

- robust analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation and review of technical documentation;
- ability to work effectively with Commonwealth, prime contractor and industry stakeholders; and

- experience working within structured Defence engineering, project management or systems engineering environments.

Expectations as an Atlin representative It is expected that as a representative of Atlin you will:

- represent the values of honesty, courage, integrity and loyalty;
- comply with all client policies, processes and procedures;
- demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and technical excellence at all times;
- build trusted relationships with Defence stakeholders, clients and project teams;
- contribute positively to Atlin's culture and professional reputation;
- maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and security when working with Defence information; and
- act in Atlin's best interests by delivering high-quality outcomes and maintaining our reputation as a trusted Defence partner.

📌 Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Lead (Canberra)
🏢 Atlin
📍 Canberra