Project Engagement Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Hybrid work options

Discount program

Purchase Leave

Novated Leasing

Fitness programs

Learning & Development

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Maritime Defence Combat Systems Project Engagement Lead to oversee SEA5000 and CSI-IPT resourcing, staffing and engagement. You will be the primary point of contact for resourcing with internal teams, suppliers and defence partners, ensuring staffing plans align with milestones.

The role demands strong stakeholder management, budgeting and governance, with proven ability to operate in a complex defence environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong governance and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to operate in a defence environment.

Responsibilities

• Report SEA5000 project performance, milestones, budget and progress to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with plans.
• Perform CAM responsibilities for SEA5000-related activities.
• Lead LMA resource planning and allocation for CSI-IPT and SEA5000 tasking.
• Collaborate with CSI-IPT Talent Management, LMA Functions, HR Partners and industry partners to secure resources.
• Lead LMA interests in CSI-IPT and SEA5000 resource allocation and meetings.
• Support tasking statement development, candidate selection and interviews.
• Support staff career management and onboarding/offboarding for CSI-IPT/SEA5000.
• Ensure export controls compliance and proper induction for new starters.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Resource planning

Defence industry experience

People leadership

Job description

Attractive Package + Employee Incentive Plan

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 Maritime Defence Combat Systems Project Engagement Lead is responsible as the Lockheed Martine Australia Project Manager for the SEA5000 project and for support to the Combat Systems Integration - Integrated Project Team project, acting as the primary Point of Contact (POC) for all resourcing, staffing activities and staff engagement.

This includes operating as the liaison between the SEA5000 and CSI-IPT projects and LMA Functional Managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Report SEA5000 project performance, milestones, budget and progress to senior leadership, ensuring performance is monitored against approved plans.
• Perform CAM responsibilities for SEA5000-related activities.
• Lead LMA resource planning and allocation for CSI-IPT and SEA5000 tasking, ensuring required capability and project outcomes are achieved.
• Work closely with CSI-IPT Talent Management, LMA Functions, HR Business Partners and CSI-IPT partner organisations (SAAB and BAE) to identify and secure resource requirements.
• Lead LMA interests in CSI-IPT and SEA5000 resource allocation, including resourcing meetings and working groups.
• Support CSI-IPT tasking statement development, candidate selection and interviews as required.
• Support functional and project leaders with program-related personnel matters, career management, and resource commencement/termination negotiations.
• Ensure appropriate LMA network access and Export Controls compliance for CSI-IPT new starters, and support their induction into CSI-IPT and SEA5000.

What you will bring

• We are seeking a proactive, pragmatic and relationship-focused professional who can bring people together, resolve issues, influence outcomes and support the successful delivery of SEA5000 and CSI-IPT priorities.
• Highly organised and collaborative project professional who can operate effectively in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across LMA, Defence, senior leadership and industry partners.
• Demonstrated experience in project performance, financial management and reporting, with the ability to provide clear and timely information to senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent activities and competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and delivering outcomes.
• Experience in resource planning, workforce management and integrated project team coordination.
• Ideally, experience working within a defence, maritime or complex engineering project environment.
• Understanding of project governance, compliance and disciplined project execution.
• Proactive and pragmatic approach, with the ability to identify issues, resolve problems and drive outcomes.

How we reward and support you:

When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.

We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.

• Flexible work & Hybrid work options
• Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
• A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
• Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
• Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development

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.

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.