Principal Product Support Specialist

Boeing Defence Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Bonus program

Career development opportunities

Employee discounts

Global opportunities

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a P4 Principal Product Support Specialist to lead design, development and maintenance of Support System solutions for BDA programs, focusing on Integrated Logistics Support. The role reports to the BCS Product Support Development manager within the Battlespace Communications Systems Enterprise.

The successful candidate will become an Integrated Logistics Support Lead for a BCS Program, coordinating ILS solutions for ASDEFCON Acquisition programs and providing

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in complex Integrated Logistics Support or Support System environments.
• Formal qualifications or significant demonstrated experience leading logistics/support systems analysis for ASDEFCON Acquisition programs.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to guide multiple technical teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders and customers.
• Experience estimating, planning, managing and reporting progress of ILS work scope.
• Experience with IL S standards such as MIL-STD-1388/DEF(AUST)5691/5692/GEIA-STD-0007C is desirable.
• Eligibility for AGSVA Defence Security Clearance and Australian Citizenship.
• Role based in Brisbane.

Responsibilities

• Define Support System requirements, costs, technical objectives, SOWs, schedules, and integration plans.
• Develop and review Integrated Logistics Support program plans.
• Oversee implementation of IPS elements to meet readiness objectives.
• Collaborate with Chief Engineers, IPTs and Program Managers to align Mission System Design with Support System.
• Identify and implement Support System tools to improve performance.
• Mentor and train IPS team members and drive quality improvements.

Skills

Integrated Logistics Support

Technical Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Program Planning

Tools

MIL-STD-1388

DEF (AUST) 5691/5692

GEIA-STD-0007C

Job description

About Boeing Defence Australia

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of multiple air, land and sea platforms delivering critical capability for the Australian Defence Force. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a P4 Principal Product Support Specialist to support the delivery of the Battlespace Communications Systems (BCS) franchise. Reporting to the BCS Product Support Development manager you will work within the Battlespace Communications Systems Enterprise to lead the design, development and maintenance of Support System solutions for Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) programs. The successful candidate for this role will become an Integrated Logistics Support Lead for a BCS Program. Demonstrated experience coordinating Integrated Logistics Support solutions for ASDEFCON Acquisition programs is required for this role.

Responsibilities

The Principal Product Support Specialist provides subject matter expertise to BCS Program Managers, Integrated Product Team Leads, and Product Support team members for all aspects of the Support System from acquisition through disposal. This role will provide expertise in Support System design and optimisation opportunities and support BDA's demonstrated pedigree in designing, developing, and evolving complex sovereign communications systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Define support requirements, including costs, technical objectives, definitions, statement of work breakdowns, reports, master schedules, program implementation, and integration plans.


• Undertake the development, technical review, and implementation of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) program plans.


• Oversee the implementation of effective BCS product support strategies that address all Integrated Product Support (IPS) elements to meet customer material and system readiness objectives.


• Work in partnership with the BCS Chief Engineers, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and Program Managers to ensure Mission System Design is aligned with an effective Support System.


• Identify and implement Support System tools to optimise work performance while fulfilling customer requirements.


• Mentor and train BCS Enterprise Integrated Product Support team members, ensuring quality checks and process improvements.

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate:

• Minimum of 10 years' demonstrated in complex Integrated Logistic Support or Support System environments.


• Formal qualifications or significant demonstrated experience in leading and delivering successful logistics/support systems analysis for major ASDEFCON Acquisition programs.


• Demonstrated technical leadership qualities, and the ability to provide technical guidance to several technical teams representing multiple skill areas.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to engage, influence and negotiate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and customers.


• Experience in the estimating, planning, managing and reporting progress of Integrated Logistics Support work scope is essential.


• Experience working with Integrated Logistics Support standards; for example, MIL-STD-1388, DEF (AUST) 5691/5692, and GEIA-STD-0007C Logistics Product Data is desirable.


• Eligibility for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance.


• Current Australian Citizenship.


• This role is based in Brisbane

Benefits

We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.

• We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.


• We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.


• We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.


• We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.


• As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.

Culture

BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diverse, talented and passionate communities in which we live and operate. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognise the strength this brings to our business.

We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.