Integration Lead

Lockheed Martin Australia Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an Integration Lead to provide on-site integration expertise across multiple programs in Australia. The role involves contributing to reviews, bids, governance, and capability development while aligning with the SE Functional Excellence plan.

You will work with a broad range of stakeholders to solve complex challenges and advance integration across the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in the defence industry.
• Subject Matter Expertise in Systems Integration.
• Extensive experience across the full engineering lifecycle.
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects to completion under competing priorities.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree).

Responsibilities

• Provide on site integration expertise to Lockheed Martin Australia programs.
• Contribute to reviews, bids, S&Qs and governance activities.
• Drive capability development through people, process, tools, and training.
• Apply specialist knowledge to support the full spectrum of LMA programs and projects.
• Collaborate with the Systems Engineering Senior Manager to meet goals in the SE Functional Excellence plan.
• Help define and execute the SE roadmap in alignment with scheduled activities.
• Partner with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
• Manage unforeseen situations and navigate complex business challenges with initiative and professionalism.

Skills

Defence industry experience

Systems integration

Engineering lifecycle

Delivery of complex projects

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

MBSE tooling

Job description

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

The Integration Lead is a versatile, on the ground resource who works on priority projects to deliver integration expertise, tooling and best practice guidance. Whether on a short term deployment or a permanent embedded role, the Integration Lead works directly with project teams to solve integration problems, builds functional capability across the business and helps drive the System Engineering excellence agenda. The role requires a hands on mindset, the ability to connect with a wide range of stakeholders, and resilience to tackle complex challenges.

What you’ll be doing

• Provide on site integration expertise to multiple Lockheed Martin Australia (LMA) programs.
• Contribute to reviews, bids, S&Qs and governance activities.
• Drive capability development through people, process, tools, and training.
• Apply specialist knowledge to support the full spectrum of LMA programs and projects.
• Collaborate with the Systems Engineering (SE) Senior Manager to meet goals in the SE Functional Excellence plan.
• Help define and execute the SE roadmap in alignment with scheduled activities.
• Partner with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
• Manage unforeseen situations and navigate complex business challenges with initiative and professionalism.

What you’ll bring

• Substantial experience in the defence industry.
• Subject Matter Expertise in Systems Integration.
• Extensive experience across the full engineering lifecycle.
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects to completion, even under competing priorities.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree).

Any skills and experience in the below would be highly desirable

• Broad exposure to multiple defence domains (C6ISR, SurfaceMaritime, Aerospace, Through‑LifeSupport).
• Deep knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Proven experience with Agile development practices.
• Proficiency in test automation strategies and tools.

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. 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.

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.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.

Our collective strengths make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our community and our planet. We are at the forefront of helping to solve the world's most complex defence and security problems.

Lockheed Martin's diverse programs form a critical backbone of Australia's current and future defence capabilities including Next Generation Pilot Training, Combat Systems Integration, Rotary Wing Systems and Sustainment, 5th Generation Air Combat Capability and Surveillance across air, sea, land and space.

Our collective strengths make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our community and our planet. We are at the forefront of helping to solve the world's most complex defence and security problems.

Lockheed Martin's diverse programs form a critical backbone of Australia's current and future defence capabilities including Next Generation Pilot Training, Combat Systems Integration, Rotary Wing Systems and Sustainment, 5th Generation Air Combat Capability and Surveillance across air, sea, land and space.