Are you an experienced Human Performance Specialist / Program Manager ready to apply your expertise in one of Australia's most demanding operational environments?

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Headquarters Air Command (HQAC) is seeking a highly capable professional to support the A9 Human Performance & Safety (HPS) team. Working within the Human Performance Optimisation (HPO) work stream, you will contribute to the delivery of evidence-based performance psychology programs that optimise human performance, wellbeing, combat readiness and capability across Air Force.

What You'll Be Doing

Shape the future of Air Force training by leading the integration of Human Performance Optimisation initiatives across Ground Academy.

Enhance trainee performance and resilience by embedding physical, cognitive and behavioural performance principles into training design and delivery.

Partner with Defence's leading health, fitness and performance specialists to deliver innovative, evidence-based training solutions.

Turn data into action, leveraging analytics, program assurance and the Lumin Aviator Optimisation Platform to improve preparedness, performance and training outcomes.

Influence strategic decisions by providing trusted advice to leaders on human performance, training effectiveness and capability development.

Drive continuous improvement,



identifying emerging risks and opportunities while delivering meaningful enhancements across training programs and systems.

What You Will Bring

Tertiary qualification in Human Performance, Sport and Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, or a related field

Minimum five (5) years full time equivalent experience coordinating or delivering human performance, occupational performance or workforce preparedness programs

Demonstrated experience working within an integrated multidisciplinary team in an occupational, military, or performance environment

Australian citizenship.

Ability and willingness to obtain a Defence security clearance and complete a Federal Police Check.

Ability and willingness to undertake domestic travel to Defence establishments and remote locations.

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to the operational effectiveness of the Royal Australian Air Force. You will apply your expertise in a highly specialised environment, working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing human performance and reducing operational risk. Your work will have a tangible impact on the readiness, capability and wellbeing of Air Force personnel.

📌 Human Performance Optimisation Program Manager (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Wagga Wagga