Industry Capability Development Manager | SA-Flinders Street

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Be part of the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia's history – SSN AUKUS
• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology, including SSN AUKUS. We have been selected by the Australian Government to jointly build the nation's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines.  Every role in our SSN AUKUS team is helping to deliver essential sovereign capability for Australia.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work. We also embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

As our Industrial Capability Development Manager, you'll be at the forefront of developing and nurturing a robust industrial ecosystem to support the enterprise's strategic goals. Operating in alignment to the Customers Industry Strategy (IS) you  will operate as a member of the AIC and Industry development team to mobilise the AUKUS AIC program and maximize the impact of AIC initiatives aimed at developing enduring sovereign capability and partnerships.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Forging strong relationships with key industry players to identify opportunities for customer investment to uplift Australian industry capability through targeted technology transfer programs.
• Champion the uplift of Australian industry capability to increase tri-lateral resilience through expansion of Australian supply chain capability and capacity in accordance with the AIC Strategy and plan.
• Manage industry development initiatives including the budgets, grants and associated schedule of activities with a focus on meeting technical outcomes to achieve qualification and certification to requirements and standards.
• Support the Development and mobilisation of processes and innovative strategies to enhance Australian industry capabilities.
• Oversee project budgets and contribute to the development of annual Financial, Operational and strategic plans associated with industry uplift initiatives and tech transfer activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in our AIC (Australian Industry Capability) and ACE (Australian Contract Expenditure) processes.

About YOU

You will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field is preferred
• An ability to develop and execute technical and strategic initiatives to drive business growth
• A deep understanding of the defence industry ecosystem and its key stakeholders
• A strong analytical mind and the ability to solve complex problems
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new challenges
• A focus on achieving measurable results and delivering on commitments

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. 

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

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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.