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Job Title - Project Manager
Job Id 1266171

• Security Clearance: NV1 Clearance
• Length of Contract: 6 months
• The role closes on 10/11/2026
• Location: ACT

About the Role:
As a PM within the CDT's BTN Core Team, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of critical Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems that enable secure and resilient long-range communications for Australian Defence Force operations.
The role provides oversight of multiple acquisition and capability development work packages, including the delivery and integration of geostationary (GEO) and low earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks.
The PM will also be responsible for exploring future capability development through the conduct of risk reduction activities that assess emerging wideband SATCOM technologies and informs strategic investment decisions for LAND 4140.
Working across industry and stakeholder communities, the role is accountable for:
Project Delivery:

• Support the PMT Lead in end‑to‑end delivery of multiple LAND 4140 Work Packages.
• Maintain integrated schedules and manage critical‑path risks across acquisition, engineering, cyber, safety, testing and sustainment.
• Manage contractual, commercial and financial obligations, including contractor performance and change control.
• Operate as a core CDT PMT member, exercising delegated PM responsibilities.
• Coordinate with Land 4140 Delivery Teams to manage dependencies, resources and technical integration points.

Planning, Controls and Governance:

• Develop and maintain PM artefacts including plans, schedules, risks, costs and reporting.
• Provide concise, executive‑ready reporting to PMT Lead, governance boards and senior stakeholders.
• Prepare inputs for Gate Reviews, investment processes and senior submissions.
• Support CDT PM planning and reporting activities.

Integration and Technical Coordination:

• Coordinate integration of SATCOM, BTN, TCN and platforms.
• Oversee user evaluations, AT&E and OT&E, including issue resolution.
• Work with engineering, test and ILS teams to resolve complex technical and operational issues.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with Army HQ, LC4, and sustainment groups and industry.
• Navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive consensus.
• Through‑Life Support and Sustainment Transition
• Ensure all FIC elements including training, documentation, spares and support systems are ready for IIS.
• Lead sustainment transition with CA31, defining support arrangements and configuration baselines.
• Coordinate CDT resources preparing for sustainment and manage transition‑related risks.

Experience Skills Sought:
The following requirements of this position are considered fundamental to the Project Management Services & Support Manager position(s):

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or relevant industry and/or domain work experience of more than 12 years,
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience working with Defence, CASG and industry; and
• Current and relevant project management experience.

The following requirements are desirable:

• Recognised project management qualifications (e.g. AIPM, PMI, PRINCE2);
• Experience in satellite communications, deployable networks, waveform integration, vehicle C4 systems, or Defence timing architectures; and
• Familiarity with ASDEFCON, ILS frameworks, and Defence's certification and cyber‑worthiness processes.

The ideal background for this position is a member with the following:

• Able to assimilate complex technical detail and translate it into deliverable project plans.
• Highly collaborative, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating in uncertain environments while maintaining disciplined project controls.
• Focused on delivery outcomes and able to manage concurrent, interdependent work packages.
• Sound understanding of training, sustainment, doctrine and other Fundamental Inputs to Capability.

SFIA Skills Sought:
The management of projects, typically (but not exclusively) involving the development and implementation of business processes to meet identified business needs, acquiring and utilising the necessary resources and skills, within agreed parameters of cost, timescales, and quality. The adoption and adaptation of project management methodologies based on the context of the project and selecting appropriately from predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches.
 
PRMG Level 4:
Defines, documents and carries out small projects or sub-projects (typically less than six months, with limited budget, limited interdependency with other projects, and no significant strategic impact), alone or with a small team, actively participating in all phases. Identifies, assesses and manages risks to the success of the project. Applies appropriate project management methods and tools whether predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches. Agrees project approach with stakeholders, and prepares realistic plans (including quality, risk and communications plans) and tracks activities against the project schedule, managing stakeholder involvement as appropriate. Monitors costs, timescales and resources used, and takes action where these deviate from agreed tolerances. Ensures that own projects are formally closed and, where appropriate, subsequently reviewed, and that lessons learned are recorded.
Please contact Team@strategicexecutive.com or simply click apply to submit your application 
 
"We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, Australian Defence Force and First Responder veterans, women in STEM, and people of all abilities, including those registered with the NDIS."

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