Project Manager

Job Location: Edinburgh Parks, SA or Melbourne, Victoria – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

The Project Manager is accountable to the Program Manager or Portfolio Manager for the planning and delivery of straightforward to complex projects. Your role will be to implement and follow project management policies and processes in line with BAE Systems Australia’s Operational Framework, while also building goodwill and collaboration between the project team and the customer, industry partners and other key stakeholders.

Core Duties:

Planning and delivery of projects that are straightforward to complex in nature
Build and maintain a trusted relationship with the customer by being a focal point for customer contact
Ensure all project requirements and/ or objectives are properly documented in a business case and/ or project brief, as appropriate and vigorously pursued
Establish appropriate key success indicators and recommend trade-offs between scope, quality, time and cost
Ensure that products and services delivered as part of a project are in accordance with the Product Safety Policy and provide customer satisfaction
Identify project opportunities and risks and develop mitigation strategies for pursuit throughout contract phases. Monitor and report on the status of risks and opportunities
Complete all closure and wrap-up activities upon project completion including lessons learnt
Document and track changes in project parameters, obstacles and delays and implement appropriate mitigations
Delivery of products and services in accordance with the Product Safety Policy
Carry out project reviews as required to meet project and internal company review requirements, with formal monthly reporting to the Program Manager on project status and any issues

Essential Skills:

Provide leadership, guidance and support to more junior project managers
Foster a positive and collaborative culture between key project stakeholders and the project team including the customer, industry partners, sub-contractors and suppliers
Experience leading the project teams to ensure timely activity, integration and efficient use of time and resources to meet requirements
Significant (6+ years) relevant experience in project management within an electronic, hardware, production, manufacturing or sub-contractor management role/industry previously is preferred but not required
Proven experience in articulating strategy/ purpose and able to link objectives and project deliverables
Ability to consider projects and make decisions in the context of the broader business strategy
Be able to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder engagement
Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/ or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships
Excellent communication skills with the ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences

The Arctic-OTHR Team

As the Australian Government’s Arctic – Over The Horizon Radar (OTHR) industry partner for JORN, BAE Systems is looking to mobilise an exceptional team to support a ground-breaking Defence export opportunity for the nation. This is your chance to join a growing team delivering world-leading capability to the Australian and Canadian Governments.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.