JOB HIGHLIGHTS

We’re looking for an exceptional leader to own the technical direction and delivery of this high-profile program. As the Chief Engineer, Director, you will serve as the primary technical authority and lead a cross-functional team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and mission focus.

ABOUT US:

At Lockheed Martin Australia, we believe that when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. We champion inclusion and continuous learning, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. And we thrive on collaboration, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. Every day is a chance to solve the world’s most complex challenges and make a profound impact. Experience it here.
AIR6500 is the RAAF’s $3 billion program to develop a joint air battle management system that builds on the capabilities offered by Next Generation sensor and command and control systems. AIR6500 will create a fully networked ‘system of systems’ that synchronises air and missile defence operations in joint and coalition environments, maximising situational awareness and enhancing the speed of decision making across the battlespace.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

The Chief Engineer Director’s primary responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Driving overall cost/schedule/technical program performance across all AIR6500 contracts and proposals
• Ensuring all risks and opportunities are tracked and technical issues are solutioned
• Shaping of future requirements
• Ensuring consistent engineering communications and alignment of schedule to project deliverables
• Driving all Agile Epics to successful closure; meeting all technical requirements and cyber controls