Space Systems Engineering Manager

Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Defence's Space Systems Branch seeks a Technical Manager to lead complex engineering programs, ensuring compliance with legislation and Defence policy. The role emphasizes strategic planning, risk management and delivering materiel that meets requirements.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, cross‑disciplinary coordination and an ability to influence outcomes in a highly integrated workforce within a government setting.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex engineering teams and programs.
• Ability to navigate governance, policy, and risk in a Defence context.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Manage teams and allocated resources, set priorities and workflows.
• Plan and deliver complex engineering activities and advise across disciplines.
• Lead delivery of projects within scope, time and budget and manage stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Engineering management

People leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Engineering Associate (Stage 1) recognition

Job description

Department of Defence's Space Systems Branch seeks a Technical Manager to lead complex engineering programs, ensuring compliance with legislation and Defence policy. The role emphasizes strategic planning, risk management and delivering materiel that meets requirements.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, cross‑disciplinary coordination and an ability to influence outcomes in a highly integrated workforce within a government setting.