Project Manager – Zonal Integration Co-ordination

Job Description

Job Location: Adelaide, Melbourne

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

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:

This Project Manager – Zonal Integration Co-ordination provides engineering coordination, system integration, assurance enablement, and leadership to support HCF Design Completion and Design Assurance objectives across all design zones.

Core Duties:

• Coordinate engineering activities — Lead planning and execution of zonal design assurance reviews and design completion.
• Manage assurance systems — Oversee processes, system administration, and data quality in co-ordination of inputs to support Design Reviews.
• Deliver training — Create and provide training, guides, and user support to enable effective use of assigned design and assurance systems.
• Provide design evidence — Produce assurance‑based design evidence for internal reviews to demonstrate maturity and compliance.
• Resolve integration issues — Work across delivery domains to identify and resolve cross‑domain and zonal integration challenges.
• Enhance engineering enablers — Support and improve detail‑design engineering enablers.
• Drive process improvement — Identify and implement improvements to assurance systems, data insights, metrics reporting and processes.
• Use modern toolsets — Apply Jira, Windchill, Codebeamer, and Tableau to support Zonal Integration and reporting.

Essential Skills:

• Project delivery experience — Proven background in project or business management within a structured delivery environment.
• Outcome‑focused execution — Track record of delivering results with clarity and accountability.
• Stakeholder management — Strong ability to engage, influence, and manage diverse stakeholders.
• Cross‑functional coordination — Demonstrated capability in coordinating activities across multidisciplinary teams.
• Relevant qualifications
• Professional eligibility — Eligible for baseline‑level (or higher) registration with a recognised project management professional body.
• Security clearance — Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum BASELINE Security Clearance, with potential for higher levels depending on role requirements.

The Hunter Class Frigate Program:

BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates.

The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation.

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.