The key duties of the position include:

The Role

GWEO Air Branch is seeking a high performing and motivated APS6 Project Manager to support the delivery of critical Air Force capability outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment managing activities across both the acquisition and sustainment phases of high priority Defence projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with project, engineering, logistics, contracting and sustainment stakeholders to support the delivery of complex military capabilities. The role requires an individual who can confidently manage competing priorities, engage with a broad range of stakeholders, and contribute to the achievement of strategic program outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support the planning, coordination and delivery of complex Defence capability projects
- Manage project schedules, risks, issues, dependencies and reporting requirements
- Coordinate activities across engineering, logistics, commercial and sustainment functions
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including Defence industry partners and project teams
- Support governance activities, briefings, business cases and project documentation
- Monitor project performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with acquisition, transition into service and ongoing sustainment activities across multiple projects

This position is based in Canberra, ACT, and due to the nature of the role, regular on-site attendance is required. Flexible working arrangements, including limited work-from-home options, may be negotiated with the successful candidate; however, applicants should expect to work predominantly from the Canberra office to support stakeholder engagement and project delivery requirements.





This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

The Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Systems Division plays a key role in delivering critical capability for Defence. The Division works to ensure that Australia has access to modern, reliable, and effective guided weapons and explosive ordnance, while strengthening sovereign capability and supporting national security objectives.

This is achieved through close collaboration with industry, international partners, and stakeholders across Defence, helping to support the full lifecycle of capability, from initial concept through to delivery and sustainment.

Within this, GWEO Air Branch focuses on supporting Air Force capability, working as part of an integrated team to deliver outcomes that enable Defence operations. The Branch works closely with stakeholders to manage complex challenges, support decision making, and ensure capability remains effective, safe, and fit for purpose.

Together, GWEO Systems Division and GWEO Air Branch contribute to a coordinated, forward looking approach that strengthens Defence capability, supports operational readiness,



and helps ensure Australia is well positioned to respond to future challenges.

Our Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Experience in project management within a complex or technical environment.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
- Sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience managing competing tasks and delivering outcomes within tight time frames.
- An understanding of Defence capability acquisition and/or sustainment activities is highly desirable.
- Experience working within Defence or a related government environment will be highly regarded.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work workplace and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Project Manager (Canberra)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Canberra