The key duties of the position include:
The Role
Within the Product Management function an EL 1 Product Manager is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex to very complex product management work within an integrated workforce. They will require an in-depth knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
As a Product Manager within the Collins Combat System Management team, you will be responsible for the complete product lifecycle of the sub-systems within your remit – The Tactical Payload Control System and Navigation Aids. This will involve the coordination of delivery of Tactical and Navigational products from our local and international partners for integration into assembled Combat Systems, roll-out of system baselines on Collins Class Submarines, and management of sub-systems for usability, supportability and obsolescence issues. Your scope of management will include all Integrated Logistic System products such as sparing, training, documentation and user manuals.
As a key member of the leadership team you will use the existing risk, issue and configuration management tools and processes to manage the Tactical and Navigational products within your scope. You will coordinate people, material, funding and processes to achieve the outcome, coordinating with your fellow Product Managers to deliver a coordinated Combat System to the Collins Class Submarines.
You will be supported by staff and peers with extensive knowledge in the processes and procedures to conduct your business and the technical solutions you will be asked to implement.
Note: The successful candidate may be required to undertake work on and be provided with technical information pertaining to defence articles of United States of America (US) origin. In accordance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), any applicant who holds, or has previously held, citizenship or permanent residency of a country other than Australia will be required to declare and indicate the country or countries of citizenship or permanent residency. Restrictions on access to defence articles and associated technical data subject to the ITAR by dual national employees may apply.
About our Team
Submarine Combat Systems Program within Naval Shipbuilding & Sustainment group (NSSG) is responsible for the acquisition and sustainment of Collins Class Submarine Program.
You will have access to generous and attractive working conditions as an Australian Public Servant in Defence. Working for Defence will support you in balancing work life with family and other priorities. You can access a variety of flexible working arrangements, including part-time work, occasionally working from home and working hours that are not always nine to five.
Information on Defence employees’ working conditions, including an attractive remuneration package that may respond to industry variations and a generous Superannuation contribution (15.4%), can be sourced from the Defence Enterprise Agreement. If you require further information, please email ***************@defence.gov.au.
Our Ideal Candidate
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Resilience and the ability to remain calm and perform under pressure
- Strong communication skills and ability to build and sustain positive working relationships
- Ability to adapt and prioritise work in accordance with changing priorities to meet deadlines
- Accountability of managing and leading a team, providing clear and consistent communication, setting transparent performance and behavioural standards
- Forecasting, planning and managing product management workflows and resources, prepare work plans detailing measurable milestones and expected outcomes
Eligibility
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
Getting to know the Department of Defence
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers
📌 Combat Systems Tactical Product Manager
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Garden Island