Technical Data Lead

Lockheed Martin Corp.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work patterns

Career development opportunities

Additional weeks of annual leave

Study leave

Mental health support

Employee discounts and financial/retir

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Technical Data Lead in Sydney to drive Data Management System (DMS) activities across Maritime Programs. You will coordinate governance, information management and data security practices within a regulated defence environment.

You will work with engineering, program, quality and compliance teams to ensure accuracy, security and accessibility of information, while guiding change management and regulatory compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with controlled documentation and records management.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence and SharePoint for governance.
• Experience with Windchill or enterprise PDM systems.
• Knowledge of export controls and security/compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee DMS tool installation, configuration and admin tasks.
• Apply CM processes to ensure data integrity and control of information.
• Manage secure exchange of information with internal/external stakeholders.
• Analyze program data to support reporting and records management.
• Coordinate program activities in Jira and provide CDM guidance.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Data integrity

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SharePoint

Windchill

PDM systems

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 Opportunity

As a Technical Data Lead, you will execute Data Management System (DMS) activities across LMA Maritime Programs. This is a great opportunity to influence the installation and set-up of DMS tools on a critical Defence sustainment program while developing your expertise in data and configuration management, governance and information management practices within a complex and highly regulated environment.

Working closely with engineering, program, quality and compliance teams, you'll help ensure information is secure, accurate and accessible, while supporting governance, change management and regulatory compliance activities. Acting as a key coordination point for Data and Configuration Management activities, you will support stakeholders across the program and contribute to the effective delivery of governance and information management outcomes.

This opportunity is located in Sydney, NSW. Applications from Newcastle, NSW and Canberra, ACT will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, configuration and ongoing administration of Data Management System (DMS) tools and associated information management platforms.
• Apply Data and Configuration Management processes to ensure the accurate identification, control, distribution and integrity of program information and technical data.
• Manage the secure exchange of information between internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with sensitive information and security requirements.
• Compile, maintain, manipulate and analyse program data to support reporting obligations, records management activities and the ongoing management of the Program Process Asset Library.
• Coordinate and monitor program activities within Jira, including raising, assigning and tracking tasks, while providing Data and Configuration Management guidance to program personnel.
• Ensure compliance with export/import controls, customer requirements and organisational procedures in collaboration with key program stakeholders, including the Export Compliance Coordinator.
• Coordinate and guide reviews of controlled documentation, progressing documentation and change requests through established review, approval and Configuration & Data Management (CDM) processes.
• Manage controlled documentation throughout its lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, traceability and compliance with governance requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate program governance activities, including review boards, change boards, meeting minutes, actions and decision tracking.
• Coordinate problem reports and manage software, hardware and documentation changes through to implementation and resolution, maintaining configuration integrity throughout the change process.

What You'll Bring

You'll bring experience working with controlled documentation, records management or enterprise data systems, combined with strong stakeholder engagement skills, attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity, compliance and continuous improvement.

You will bring:

• Proven experience using document editing and publishing tools to prepare, review and manage controlled documentation.
• Strong experience working with PTC Windchill or other Enterprise Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Demonstrated experience using collaboration and task management tools such as Jira, Confluence and SharePoint.
• Experience in records management and document control practices, including managing secure, sensitive or controlled information.
• Strong interpersonal, stakeholder engagement, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Highly Desirable

• Demonstrated experience using PTC Windchill in a Defence or engineering environment.
• Experience managing export-controlled data and compliance requirements.
• Previous experience working within the Defence industry or a similarly regulated environment.
• Understanding of Configuration Management, Data Management or program governance processes.

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.

What we offer you

• Work on innovative projects, collaborate across borders and build your skills through internal secondments and structured career pathways.
• Access face to face and online development opportunities, supported by employee recognition programs and annual awards events.
• Many roles offer flexible options to help you shape a work pattern that fits your life.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave each year, plus access dedicated study leave, and quarterly blood donor leave.
• Receive free mental health support for you and your family, participate in health month activities and access resources that support your wellbeing.
• Access a wide range of employee discounts, novated leasing options, referral incentives and financial guidance through your Superannuation provider.

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.