Defence Engineering Project Coordinator – 12-Month Term

QinetiQ; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking an Engineering Project Coordinator for a 12-month maximum term contract. You will coordinate engineering and advanced manufacturing activities, manage engagements, and ensure plans align with ISO9001 and customer engineering systems.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in a related discipline, experience in project planning, and eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance. Applications close 27 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a project management or engineering related discipline.
• Background in electronics manufacturing or precision engineering and/or fabrication.
• Familiarity with Engineering Authority systems and exposure to quality management systems.
• Experience with project planning and execution through to successful completion.
• Currently, or eligibility to become, a Chartered Project Professional (ChPP)

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage the execution of engineering and advanced manufacturing work packages making use of RE’s Activity Management System.
• Establish and manage engagements with work request originators, including the translation of requirements to an appropriately planned and scheduled work breakdown structure.
• Ensure that project execution plans comply with RE’s ISO9001 accredited Quality Management System, and the customer's Integrated Engineering Management System which underpins engineering oversight and safe design
• Apply technical expertise to inform fitness for purpose of project execution plans, including as required the identification and sourcing of materials.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders and different RE work areas to ensure smooth project execution and timely notification of project status.

Skills

Project coordination

Engineering knowledge

Quality management systems

Stakeholder communication

Project planning & scheduling

Education

Tertiary qualification in a project management or engineering related discipline

Tools

Activity Management System

Job description

QinetiQ Limited in Adelaide, South Australia, is seeking an Engineering Project Coordinator for a 12-month maximum term contract. You will coordinate engineering and advanced manufacturing activities, manage engagements, and ensure plans align with ISO9001 and customer engineering systems.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in a related discipline, experience in project planning, and eligibility for Australian Defence security clearance. Applications close 27 November 2026.