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About the Team
You’ll join a team where people work with integrity, inclusion, innovation, agility, collaboration and commitment. In practice, that means sharing ownership, solving complex problems together and staying connected to the customer context, the purpose behind the work and how each role contributes to meaningful outcomes.
The Mission Software Solutions business delivers customised and off-the-shelf software solutions to Defence, Intelligence and other Government sectors. The business also builds capabilities for a wide range of traditional and non-traditional environments, with a strong focus on supporting highly secure, intelligence-led mission outcomes and advancing the technological modernisation of complex Government enterprises.
The Opportunity
Our MSS team is seeking experienced Technical Program Managers to support the growth of our Defence & Intelligence business across Australia, with opportunities available in both Melbourne and Canberra.
As we position for a number of significant Defence & Intelligence programs, we are building a pipeline of program leaders who can bring together people, technology and mission outcomes to deliver complex capabilities across secure Defence and Intelligence environments that support Australia’s national security objectives.
In this role, you will
Lead the delivery of complex Defence & Intelligence programs spanning software, cloud, cyber, ICT, data and mission-focused technologies, ensuring outcomes are achieved safely, securely and effectively.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, software development, infrastructure, cyber security, testing and operational stakeholders, aligning delivery activities to customer priorities and mission needs.
Partner closely with Defence, Intelligence & National Security customers, program executives and technical leaders to manage program planning, governance, risk, dependencies and performance across the full delivery lifecycle.
Shape the successful execution of emerging and established Defence & Intelligence programs, helping define delivery strategies, build high-performing teams and achieve long-term customer outcomes.
We are particularly interested in hearing from program leaders with experience in one or more of the following domains:
Defence & Intelligence software systems and mission applications
Intelligence, ISR and targeting systems
Geospatial technologies, remote sensing and data exploitation
Enterprise ICT, cloud, infrastructure and network environments
Cyber security, cyber operations and cyber engineering capabilities
About You
We are looking for people who combine program leadership capability, stakeholder engagement experience and delivery expertise with a passion for achieving outcomes that matter in complex Defence and national security environments.
Essential
You've successfully led complex technical programs or large-scale projects, balancing customer expectations, delivery objectives, risk management and operational outcomes.
You're comfortable working across diverse technical disciplines, bringing together engineers, architects, developers and delivery teams to achieve shared goals.
You know how to build trusted relationships with customers, senior stakeholders and partners, navigating complexity while maintaining focus on mission success.
You bring experience delivering technology-enabled outcomes in one or more areas such as Defence & Intelligence systems, mission software, cyber security, cloud, ICT, data or related domains.
You can establish effective governance, planning and reporting practices, ensuring programs remain aligned to strategic priorities, delivery milestones and customer outcomes.
You are an Australian Citizen who currently holds at least an NV2 Australian Government security clearance and able to obtain and maintain a clearance up to TSPV. Candidates who currently hold an active TSPV security clearance are strongly encouraged to apply.
Advantageous
You've delivered Defence & Intelligence acquisition, systems integration, transition or sustainment programs and understand the challenges of operating within complex customer environments.
You have experience leading programs involving multiple stakeholders, subcontractors or integrated delivery teams across distributed locations.
You bring familiarity with program governance frameworks, commercial management, customer engagement and strategic planning activities.
You understand the security, regulatory and operational considerations associated with delivering solutions for Defence, Intelligence and national security customers.
What to Expect When You Apply
Our hiring process is designed to be straightforward, respectful and easy to navigate. If your skills, experience and qualifications look aligned with the role, our Talent Acquisition team will contact you to discuss the next stage. You can expect:
An initial conversation with our Talent Acquisition team
An interview with the hiring manager or interview panel
Any role-specific assessment, technical discussion or customer step required for the position
We’ll let you know what to expect before each stage, including who you’ll meet and how to prepare. If you need any adjustments or support during the process, please let us know.
Ready to explore what’s possible?
If this sounds like a role where you can make an impact and continue to grow, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply via the “Apply Now” button with your resume. If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact Cam Larkin, Talent Acquisition – cameron.larkin@au.leidos.com.
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Original Posting
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
