TLS Integration Manager

At Northrop Grumman Australia, we solve some of Defence’s most challenging problems through innovation, collaboration and technical excellence. We are seeking an experienced TLS Integration Manager to lead the delivery of our Capability, Innovation and Efficiency (CIE) Program, driving initiatives that improve capability outcomes, enhance sustainment performance and reduce total cost of ownership.

This is a leadership opportunity for a strategic and commercially astute professional who thrives in complex Defence and engineering environments and is passionate about continuous improvement, innovation and stakeholder engagement.

About the Role

Reporting to the CIE Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary team responsible for identifying, developing and implementing innovation and efficiency initiatives across our aircraft sustainment programs. You will provide leadership, governance and oversight of multiple initiatives while ensuring outcomes are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Some of your key responsibilities will include;

Lead the planning and execution of innovation and efficiency initiatives across the program

Identify opportunities to improve capability, availability, maintainability and overall sustainment performance

Provide governance, reporting and assurance across multiple initiatives

Lead, mentor and develop a team of innovation and project professionals

Drive a culture of continuous improvement across maintenance, engineering, supply chain, training and business management functions

About You

You are a proven leader with experience delivering complex projects or programs within Defence, aerospace or highly regulated engineering environments. You enjoy working across multiple stakeholder groups and are motivated by delivering measurable outcomes that improve business performance and customer capability.

Essential Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience managing complex projects, programs or initiatives in Defence, aerospace or engineering environments

Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Demonstrated experience developing business cases and delivering measurable operational or financial benefits

Deep understanding of project governance frameworks and delivery controls

Strong commercial and contractual acumen

Exceptional communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Aerospace/Aviation Management or a related discipline

Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

Work on a nationally significant Defence capability program

Lead innovation initiatives that deliver measurable operational and commercial benefits

Collaborate with highly skilled Defence and industry professionals

Influence strategic decision-making and capability enhancement activities

Develop your leadership career within a global defence and technology organisation

Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training

Purchased annual leave – 2 weeks

Salary packaging including novated car leases

Generous paid parental leave – 18 Weeks

Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave

Health & Wellbeing program

* Employee Assistance Program

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.