Engineering Project Manager - Cyber Secruity
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 27, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
The Opportunity
Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking an Senior Engineering Project Manager - Cyber Security to lead specialist engineering delivery within the AIR6500 program.
Based at Mawson Lakes, you will coordinate cyber security engineering activities, secure program security approvals and oversee engineering activities and approvals for Cross Domain Solutions.
As the principal Engineering and Technology interface with the Program Office and Commonwealth on cyber security matters, you will bring together technical expertise, resources and stakeholders to deliver agreed outcomes. You will lead an established team of approximately 30 people, with anticipated growth as program requirements develop.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cyber security engineering delivery against technical, cost and schedule requirements.
- Develop and execute the program’s security approval strategy, securing customer endorsement and managing delivery.
- Coordinate engineering activities and approvals for Cross Domain Solutions.
- Partner with functional and program leaders to plan workforce capacity, skills, tools and infrastructure.
- Provide engineering recommendations and clear performance reporting to program stakeholders.
- Build effective relationships with the Commonwealth, customers and internal teams, maintaining alignment and resolving issues early.
- Monitor delivery through earned value management, technical progress measures and regular reporting.
- Identify and manage technical risks, program security risks and dependencies.
- Ensure security requirements are documented, tracked, maintained and verified.
- Support engineering governance, program oversight, cost estimate reviews and approval processes.
- Coach and develop team members while maintaining compliance with engineering processes.
What you'll bring
You are an experienced engineering leader who combines cyber security expertise with strong project delivery skills. You communicate confidently with senior stakeholders, work constructively through complex issues and create clear direction for technical teams.
Your experience will include:
- Delivering C4ISR security outcomes, including Authority to Operate and Authority to Connect approvals.
- Applying Defence regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks, including the Australian Government Information Security Manual and ASD requirements.
- Managing System-of-Systems integration within Defence or similarly regulated environments.
- Technical risk management and mitigation.
- Resource planning, competency mapping and workforce optimisation.
- Control Account Management for large-scale programs, including earned value, cost and schedule management.
- Agile systems development and leadership of multidisciplinary technical teams.
- Model-based engineering tools and methods, such as SysML, DoDAF and Rhapsody/Cameo.
- Evaluating technical alternatives and developing engineering solutions that meet customer needs.
- Explaining complex technical concepts clearly and building productive customer relationships.
Eligibility to obtain Chartered Professional Engineer status in a relevant discipline is required. Experience managing subcontractors and third-party vendors will be highly regarded.
Special Requirements
Applicants must hold an Australian Government NV1 security clearance.
Don't meet every requirement?
If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
Veteran Friendly Workplace
Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.
Equal Opportunity
Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
Veteran Friendly Workplace
Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.
Equal Opportunity
Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.