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Project Manager - P8A Program

Edinburgh, South Australia Job ID BOE/1851232A Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Mar. 24, 2025
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Job Description

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Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Leadership Roles
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1851232A
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The opportunity

We are seeking Project Managersto join Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) to support the world class airborne surveillance, communications and maritime patrol system; the P-8A Poseidon. You will be joining a challenging and dynamic environment, supporting an aircraft platform that defends Australia's interests.

Being a Project Manager at BDA offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to work across a diverse range of impactful projects. You will be responsible for providing effective project management to ensure the successful delivery of outcomes for your assigned projects encompassing capability improvements, system upgrades, obsolescence remediation, system safety enhancements, and implementation of new service delivery opportunities. In addition to supporting and collaborating with our team, you will have the chance to gain exposure and build your professional network by connecting with stakeholders across the company, both domestically and internationally.

The role located at RAAF Edinburgh, South Australia.

As a Project Manager you will:

  • Lead assigned project activities through to completion, ensuring alignment with program objectives and adherence to project management best practices.
  • Develop, monitor, and update project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, and supply chain, to facilitate project execution and resolve issues.
  • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise their impact on project objectives.
  • Communicate project status, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders, including program and customer leaders.
  • Support a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the project team.


To be considered for the role you will have:

  • Demonstrable experience in a project management role, showcasing proficiency in all project management areas and successful delivery of project outcomes.
  • A formal qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Business or Management is preferred however prior equivalent experience will be considered.
  • High level communication and negotiation skills with a strong focus on building successful relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills


Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.


What's on offer?

BDA provides people, expertise, process and tools to manage aircraft design, repair and continuing airworthiness capabilities supporting program execution and growth opportunities. Forward looking, BDA has developed a Capability Plan to meet our defence customers' evolving needs, both in Australia and internationally.

Boeing values the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Other benefits:

  • Work on cutting edge projects with opportunities to work across platforms.
  • Attractive remuneration and annual bonus.
  • Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning.
  • Formal reward and recognition program.
  • Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation.
  • Paid study leave, paid parental leave and Defence leave.
  • Salary packaging options available.
  • Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Social and community groups.

BDA works with strong links with our global Boeing community and we strongly encourage collaboration with our international counterparts.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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