Sustainment Project Manager

Saab AB; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation contribute

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Project Manager to lead in-service support and engineering change projects across our Engineering Sustainment Team, ensuring delivery of customer outcomes on naval surface vessels.

You will manage scope, schedule, cost, quality and governance, drive engineering change programs, build strong stakeholder relationships, and develop strategies to maximise business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering sustainment projects, ideally in Naval/Defence.
• Strong understanding of PM principles, methodologies and best practices.
• APMP/PMI CPPM accreditation or similar is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of engineering change, capability enhancements, obsolescence remediation and defect resolution.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality and governance to meet outcomes.
• Provide direction and support to the Engineering Sustainment Team.
• Develop and implement in-service support project strategies to meet contractual obligations.
• Prepare and maintain project plans, forecasts and milestones.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks, issues and opportunities.
• Lead project reviews and present progress updates to customers and senior stakeholders.
• Manage contract variations and evolving scope.
• Build relationships with Defence customers and partners.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Leadership

Governance & compliance

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering or Business

Job description

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology.

For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world‑class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact.

If you’re looking for challenging work, cutting‑edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Saab Australia, we recognise that meaningful work is just one part of a rewarding career. We support our people with benefits that enhance wellbeing, flexibility and financial security, including:

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution

The Project Manager leads in‑service support and engineering change projects across our Engineering Sustainment Team, ensuring successful delivery of customer outcomes across Combat Management Systems on in‑service Naval surface vessels.

Responsible for managing project scope, schedule, cost, quality and customer outcomes, you will drive the delivery of engineering change projects in line with contractual requirements and project directives whilst maintaining strong stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the delivery of engineering change, capability enhancements, obsolescence remediation and defect resolution activities.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality and governance activities to achieve agreed project outcomes.
• Provide direction and support to the Engineering Sustainment Team to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and implement in‑service support project strategies that deliver contractual obligations and maximise business outcomes.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain project plans, budgets, forecasts, and schedules to achieve key milestones and objectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Lead project reviews and present progress updates to customers, steering committees, and senior stakeholders.
• Manage contract variations, change requests, and evolving project scope.
• Develop a strong understanding of the solution, its capabilities, and its operational application.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Defence customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9‑day fortnight and part time (0.8 FTE minimum) will be considered for this role.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering, Business, related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and the delivery of sustainment projects, ideally in a Naval or Defence environment.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience influencing teams and driving successful project outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering change management, in‑service support and project delivery frameworks.
• Proven ability to build collaboration, foster teamwork, and engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Meeting the requirements of Australian Institute of Project Management CPPM accreditation or similar.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What you will be part of

• Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.
• Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
• The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Learn more about Saab here .
• We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Applications

• Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex‑service personnel, veterans and their families.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.