Project Manager

Job Description

Project Manager

Job Location: This role is based at our Edinburgh Parks Offices.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

You will be responsible to project manage, maintain healthy customer relationships, achieve project financial targets and continuously improve processes relating to the sustainment of Naval and Surveillance products and services. This role is required to based on-site due to the management of hardware repairs, however some flexibility is available such as the 9-day fortnight.

Core Duties:

• Support numerous customer’s sustainment requirements including management of contracts and delivering upon contractual requirements.
• Actively manage repairable item work order workflows to achieve optimised outputs whilst maintaining governance.
• Apply a continuous improvement view on all aspects of sustainment support.
• Lead a small team to assist with the delivery of the sustainment projects.
• Identify and implement Value for Money (VFM) initiatives that improve project outcomes for the company and customers.
• Foster a positive collaborative culture between the key project stakeholders and the project team including the customer, sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Identify project opportunities and risks and develop mitigation strategies for pursuit throughout contract phases. Monitor and report on the status of risks and opportunities.
• Ensure that products and services delivered as part of a project are in accordance with the Product Safety Policy and provide customer satisfaction.

About You

• Australian Citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain a defence security clearance (Essential).
• Demonstrated customer facing experience in a project or business management role.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and managing workflows (Oracle, Maximo and Jira).
• An eye for detail and accuracy, driven by data to continuously improve processes and results.
• Specific project management qualifications are not mandatory but vocational/ trade or higher education qualifications in project management and/ or allied disciplines are highly desirable.
• Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/ or external stakeholders.
• Leadership experience, to guide and develop others.
• Qualification/demonstrated experience in a technical background (preferably electronics).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent IT skills, especially in MS Excel, MS Project, Oracle, Maximo and Jira.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.