About the Role
We're seeking a Project Execution Lead to manage and coordinate engineering activities across a major land-based simulation training system project. You'll work closely with Project Managers and System Architects to ensure technical and delivery outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, and to quality standards. This is a key role overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. This is your opportunity to work on a high-profile Defence capability project.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day engineering execution across all phases of the project lifecycle
- Manage engineering resources, schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables
- Coordinate internal stakeholders and engineering subcontractors
- Ensure compliance with engineering standards, regulations, and governance - ASDEFCON Framework
- Manage cost controlling activities to align with project budget
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and opportunities
- Track progress and support project reporting and documentation
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in engineering, working in project delivery
- Strong understanding of full project management lifecycle
- Background in product development in a Defence or aerospace environment
- Strong knowledge of systems engineering and lifecycle standards (e.g., ISO15288)
- Skilled in project planning tools (e.g. MS Project) and risk/change control
- Excellent communication and written skills
- Understanding of cost control measures in an engineering environment
- Australian Citizenship and Baseline Security Clearance or ability to obtain
All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Eirene Andre on 02 9492 7522. #LI-EA
