ILS Lead — Defence Logistics & Systems Integration

Birdon Group; Port Macquarie; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Birdon Group is seeking an ILS Lead to oversee Integrated Logistics Support across Defence contracts, based in Port Macquarie, Sydney, or Perth. The role requires leading a small team, managing ILS artefacts, and ensuring delivery against contract requirements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years delivering ILS projects in defence or shipbuilding, with engineering background and proficiency in P6 or MS Project. AUSDEFCON familiarity is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience delivering ILS projects in Defence.
• Formal training with project management software such as P6 or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ILS scope across Defence contracts.
• Lead ILS subcontractors and engineering interface.
• Develop and monitor ILS artefacts and deliverables.
• Ensure contract requirements and AIC commitments are met.
• Coordinate with Birdon design team to integrate ILS data products.

Skills

ILS leadership

Defence industry experience

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Birdon Group is seeking an ILS Lead to oversee Integrated Logistics Support across Defence contracts, based in Port Macquarie, Sydney, or Perth. The role requires leading a small team, managing ILS artefacts, and ensuring delivery against contract requirements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years delivering ILS projects in defence or shipbuilding, with engineering background and proficiency in P6 or MS Project. AUSDEFCON familiarity is highly desirable.