About the Role: In this role, you will lead the coordinated delivery and governance of Defence capability products, oversee complex planning, and ensure the successful achievement of Air Combat systems project and product milestones. You will ensure activities remain aligned with program objectives and progress as planned. Working under limited direction within an integrated workforce, you will manage high complexity tasks, applying strong business acumen, technical insight, and the ability to build and maintain robust stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate brings extensive commercial experience within Defence, combined with a strong technical background across software and communication-based systems including combat controls and special forces system interfaces to drive product outcomes that support capability delivery. This full-time position is based at Williamtown, near Newcastle. What’s Involved: • Perform complex planning and execution to assure delivery of fit‑for‑purpose project/product outcomes, including the management of scope, schedules, risks, budgets, and resources • Support the Capability Manager in developing and progressing project/product submissions in line with One Defence Capability System requirements (e.g., gates, reviews, committees) • Lead Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) integration and coordination through high‑engagement stakeholder management and strong relationship building • Develop, update, and maintain required project/product documentation necessary for governance and compliance (e.g., iPMP) • Conduct project/product reporting using applicable management systems (e.g., PPRIP, SPMS) • Undertake comprehensive Risk, Issue, and Opportunity identification and management activities • Conduct business in accordance with CASG BMS, Project Controls Function policies, procedures, and guidelines • Apply strong commercial capabilities including scoping and preparing new contracts, managing procurement activities, overseeing license upgrades, and ensuring commercial integrity across all project work Who we’re Looking For: You’re someone who brings structured thinking, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset. You can balance multiple moving parts, engage effectively across teams, and ensure governance requirements are consistently achieved. You thrive in environments where clarity, coordination, commercial understanding, and disciplined execution underpin success. This Product Manager role requires both a strong technical focus and demonstrated commercial capability. You’ll Need: • Experience in Project or Product Management within Defence, government, aerospace, or other complex technical environments • A technical background across software systems, communication‑based systems, combat controls, or special forces‑related systems • Strong commercial experience including contract scoping, procurement, licence upgrades, stakeholder management, and business case development • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive and trusted relationships • Familiarity with Defence project management systems and frameworks (e.g., One Defence Capability System, PPRIP, SPMS) is highly desirable • Strong organisational skills and a commitment to delivering outcomes within scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements • Ability to provide guidance, mentoring, and support to team members • NV2 preferred; minimum NV1 security clearance required (Ability to obtain NV2) (must be an Australian citizen) • Strong business acumen and the ability to operate confidently across technical and commercial domains What’s in it for me? Flexibility - We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as a 9-day fortnight and remote working options. Inclusion - We like our employees to feel safe bringing their whole self to work offering a number of programs promoting inclusion such as public holiday swap and 40/40/20, our vision for a gender inclusive workplace. Benefits and Rewards - We have a competitive package of benefits and rewards including additional superannuation; flexible leave options; salary continuation insurance; professional certification bonus; employee discount program. Exciting work – Amentum is continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. We have a growing presence in cyber, space and nuclear programs. Amentum: Trusted Partner in National Security Amentum is a key service provider to the Australian Government, supporting critical national security and defence capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, space, nuclear, and digital domains. With over 880 professionals nationwide, we deliver complex infrastructure, logistics, and technical solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation. With 27 years of experience and a presence in major cities and regions, we’re proud of our people—our greatest asset. Join us and be part of a high-performing team with exceptional benefits and career opportunities. Apply directly or reach out to Jeremy Parkinson, jeremy.parkinson@global.amentum.com .
