• Lead the planning and execution of innovation and efficiency initiatives across the program
• Identify opportunities to improve capability, availability, maintainability and overall sustainment performance
• Provide governance, reporting and assurance across multiple initiatives
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of innovation and project professionals
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across maintenance, engineering, supply chain, training and business management functions
• Lead delivery of the Capability, Innovation and Efficiency (CIE) Program
• Ensure outcomes are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards
• Work across multiple stakeholder groups and Defence and engineering functions
• Report to the CIE Manager
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience managing complex projects, programs or initiatives in Defence, aerospace or engineering environments
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Demonstrated experience developing business cases and delivering measurable operational or financial benefits
- Deep understanding of project governance frameworks and delivery controls
- Robust commercial and contractual acumen
- Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Aerospace/Aviation Management or a related discipline
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance
- Australian citizenship required
- Satisfy police checks and employment screening verification
- ITAR requirements may make nationality a factor in suitability
Core Competencies
Demonstrates strong leadership in managing complex projects and programs within Defence, aerospace, or engineering environments, with a focus on continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement. Capable of delivering measurable operational benefits while ensuring compliance with project governance frameworks and quality standards.