MQ-28 Production Project Management Specialist

Boeing • Full-time • Melbourne, Australia • 1w ago

Job Description

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Location:	Melbourne
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1903449MEL
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The Opportunity

The Boeing MQ-28A Ghost Bat is a globally-significant program that will deliver a disruptive advantage in airborne missions. Developed in partnership with the Royal Australian Air Force, it is the first military combat aircraft to be designed, manufactured and assembled in Australia in 50 years.

We have an excellent opportunity for a talented Project Manager to join our team to work with the Production team to support the execution of the MQ-28 Program. You will work with Production professionals and senior leaders to support the delivery of the MQ-28 Capability to our Defence customers.

Responsibilities

Independently develop project planning and scheduling across multi-disciplinary teams
Independently run the development, and continuous improvement of, Program Management processes and reporting
Supports management of execution baselines
Develop and co-ordinate execution for Production change management proposals and projects
Develop and deliver effective project reporting to internal and external stakeholders on project performance
Perform studies into potential solutions for Program challenges and provide the analysis to senior leaders
Assess, identify and manage project Risk, Issues and Opportunities

Experience/Qualifications

Excellent written and verbal communications skills and attention to detail
Experience in applying project management skills in a high functioning, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated proficiency in project management areas including all elements of scope, time, cost, risk, quality, integration, supply chain and communication.
High level communication and negotiation skills with a focus on building successful relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
A willingness to lean forward into problems and to drive continuous improvement.
Formal tertiary qualifications and experience in manufacturing, engineering or supply chain management roles will be desirable
NV1 clearance or ability to obtain

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 an inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and veterans are encouraged to apply.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader and would like to register your interest in working for Boeing, please click Apply Now.

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.