Deputy Program Director

Job Description
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Location:
Brisbane
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1925692
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The OpportunityBoeing Defence Australia (BDA) are seeking an experienced leader to be the MQ-28 Deputy Program Director. This is a unique opportunity to be a large part of one of Australia's most exciting aerospace programs.
This role will be a key leadership role in the team that develops and builds something that matters, and will leave a legacy in Australian Defence capability.
Why this is exciting

• This is a rare opportunity to work on Boeing's first military-designed combat aircraft in more than 50 years and redefine how Collaborative Combat Aircraft are used in operational service
• Work on an advanced, high-visibility defence program (MQ-28) that blends aerospace development, autonomy, aerospace systems and new production approaches.
• Be a key leader in the team that shapes the future of the Australian aerospace industry - your work will support national defence capabilities and the growth of local industry.

What you'll get to do:

• This role is responsible for overseeing the execution of the MQ-28 enterprise portfolio spanning flight test, aircraft production, operational variant design and international campaigns.

Responsibilities:

• Overall Program Manager and delegate for contracts and orders in execution for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat
• Oversee all international campaign activity for the MQ-28 Ghost Bat to ensure executability and integration of future work into the Enterprise
• Lead the centralised MQ-28 Program Integration Office, ensuring alignment of priorities, resources, schedules and execution activities across the Enterprise
• Drive integrated product line execution across development, production, flight test, and operational capability maturation activities to ensure cohesive enterprise delivery outcomes
• Maintain oversight of enterprise level dependencies, risks and constraints to enable executable commitments and balanced delivery across concurrent programs and campaigns
• Partner directly with Phantom Works to identify, mature and accelerate future capability insertions, embedding cutting-edge technology into the MQ-28 platform
• Influence government and policy stakeholders to enable international sales, program growth and co-development partnerships with key allied nations
• Lead business operations across the MQ-28 Enterprise, embedding lean governance, integrated planning, and performance accountability while retaining start-up level speed and agility.
• Manage direct customer relationships across executing orders, including with the Royal Australian Air Force

Who we're looking for:

• Demonstrated experience leading aerospace development programs on a large scale.
• Demonstrated experience leading programs within Defence or Defence industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Program Management, Engineering, Science or a related field with relevant industry qualifications.
• Demonstrated communication skills, including interpersonal, presentation, and analysis/reporting skills.
• Demonstrated track record of team leadership and personnel development.
• Australian citizenship and eligibility for an Australian Department of Defence security clearance to Secret level and satisfaction of ITAR requirements.
• Minimum 15 years' experience in the aerospace, defence or manufacturing industry.

Leadership Requirements

• Lead the development and implementation of BDA's integrated MQ28 strategy in alignment with Boeing enterprise policies, and Australian Government frameworks.
• Advise BDA senior leadership on related risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Foster and promote MQ28 awareness across the organisation, including education and behavioural change.
• Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts.
• Champion a constructive culture founded on trust, collaboration, and accountability across the program underpinned by the Boeing Values and Behaviours.
• Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders to align BDA operations and strategic priorities with applicable requirements, standards, and best practices.

Security requirement:

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

Location:

• Brisbane, Australia

Boeing values that guide the work we do:

• Safety and Quality - We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations and deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.
• People Focus - We look out for each other and encourage collaboration
• Trust - We make customer priorities our own and place value on doing the right thing
• Ownership - We value accountability and people caring about pursuing excellence
• Innovation - MQ-28 is shaping the future so we need people that are curious and courageous.

How to Apply. Please submit:

• A brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.
• Current CV.

Join us and help build something big - a sovereign Defence capability, a bold new aircraft program, and the next chapter of Boeing in Australia.
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