3,329 program manager defence jobs in Australia - Full Time

at Australian Submarine Agency

$140,000 – $170,000 per year

Canberra-based Defence delivery role
Client-facing work across Defence and industry
Broad acquisition, sustainment, and program exposure

Canberra-based Defence delivery role
Client-facing work across Defence and industry
Broad acquisition, sustainment, and program exposure

Canberra-based Defence Project Manager supporting acquisition, sustainment, governance, and program delivery across complex capability environments.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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SES Band 1 Assistant Director-General – Program/Policy Various Roles

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Core Defence Australia Pty Ltd

May be negotiated with the successful candidate

Set the strategic direction within the branch
Lead the development of forward-looking policy frameworks
Set the strategic direction for complex projects or programs

Set the strategic direction within the branch
Lead the development of forward-looking policy frameworks
Set the strategic direction for complex projects or programs

ASA is seeking high‑calibre SES Band 1 leaders for Policy and Program roles who can provide strategic direction and drive delivery

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed fifteen minutes ago

Program Manager, Defence

at Hays | Defence

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW

Permanent career opportunity, Sydney
Solid autonomy, working at a senior level with influence
Top tier defence organisation and programs

Permanent career opportunity, Sydney
Solid autonomy, working at a senior level with influence
Top tier defence organisation and programs

Program Manager opportunity working on significant defence projects with an industry leader

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15m ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager - Defence Capability Delivery

This is a Full time job

$140,000 – $170,000 per year

Canberra-based Defence delivery role
Client-facing work across Defence and industry
Broad acquisition, sustainment, and program exposure

Canberra-based Defence delivery role
Client-facing work across Defence and industry
Broad acquisition, sustainment, and program exposure

Canberra-based Defence Project Manager supporting acquisition, sustainment, governance, and program delivery across complex capability environments.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Program Manager

at EOS Group

This is a Full time job

Program Manager
Full time permanent role based in Canberra

Program Manager
Full time permanent role based in Canberra

Shape and lead a multi‑project program that unites technology, strategy, and delivery excellence across a critical defence portfolio.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Project Manager

at Department of Defence

This is a Full time job

$124,393 - $140,315 (EL 1) + Super + BDCP

15.4% superannuation
Additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
Focus on work/life balance

15.4% superannuation
Additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
Focus on work/life balance

As an EL1 Project Manager you will play a critical role in delivering Australian Government priorities aligned to Defence’s sovereign EO manufacturing

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Project Manager

This is a Full time job

at L3Harris Communications Australia Pty Ltd

Competitive Salary, Professional Development

Flexible schedules that support real work–life balance
Ongoing development and learning from industry leaders
Collaborative environment, ideas are valued, innovation is encouraged

Flexible schedules that support real work–life balance
Ongoing development and learning from industry leaders
Collaborative environment, ideas are valued, innovation is encouraged

Lead high-impact project streams, engage senior leaders & Defence, and own delivery across scope, risk, cost & quality. Step up and make your mark.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager

at CAE Australia

This is a Full time job

Homebush, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Innovative and collaborative environment
Global organisation with global opportunities!
World leading technology and training services!

Innovative and collaborative environment
Global organisation with global opportunities!
World leading technology and training services!

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team and work across both our Air and Maritime Portfolios!

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Program Manager

This is a Full time job

Hamilton, Brisbane QLD

Attractive Salary on Offer
5 weeks leave!
Grow your career with a global Defence company

Attractive Salary on Offer
5 weeks leave!
Grow your career with a global Defence company

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

SES Band 1 Assistant Director-General – Program/Policy Various Roles

at Australian Submarine Agency

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

at Northrop Grumman Australia Pty Ltd

May be negotiated with the successful candidate

Set the strategic direction within the branch
Lead the development of forward-looking policy frameworks
Set the strategic direction for complex projects or programs

Set the strategic direction within the branch
Lead the development of forward-looking policy frameworks
Set the strategic direction for complex projects or programs

ASA is seeking high‑calibre SES Band 1 leaders for Policy and Program roles who can provide strategic direction and drive delivery

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Project Management

This is a Full time job

Edinburgh, Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

Lead complex Triton upgrades with real impact on frontline operations
Own end-to-end delivery across aircraft, ground systems and Defence networks
Work at senior level with Defence and NGA on high-trust, high-impact projects

Lead complex Triton upgrades with real impact on frontline operations
Own end-to-end delivery across aircraft, ground systems and Defence networks
Work at senior level with Defence and NGA on high-trust, high-impact projects

Lead MQ‑4C Triton upgrade projects, managing cost, schedule, risk and stakeholders to deliver system changes with minimal operational impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Cyber Security Program Manager - Sydney - Up to $230K Package

at Private Advertiser

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Up to $230,000 package (including super)

Program Manager needed to lead the end to end delivery of a large-scale cyber security transformation across a complex enterprise environment.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Program Manager - Program Excellence

This is a Full time job

Competitive Salary + Annual Incentive Plan

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Lead Program Excellence across complex programs—driving delivery, surfacing risks early, and shaping a high-performing, outcome-focused culture.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Program Manager - Program Excellence

This is a Full time job

Competitive Salary + Annual Incentive Plan

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Lead Program Excellence across complex programs—driving delivery, surfacing risks early, and shaping a high-performing, outcome-focused culture.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Program Manager - Program Excellence

Bandiana, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC

This is a Full time job

Adelaide SA

Competitive Salary + Annual Incentive Plan

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Annual incentive plan aligned to performance, and outcomes
Collaborative, high-trust environment, Inclusive leadership culture
Drive measurable outcomes and visibility across large, complex programs

Lead Program Excellence across complex programs—driving delivery, surfacing risks early, and shaping a high-performing, outcome-focused culture.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23d ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Manager

at Department of Defence

This is a Full time job

Russell, Canberra ACT

$99,733 - $112,431 (APS 6) + 10% BDCP + Super

Support strategic priorities of the National Defence Strategy
Rare opportunity to work in an integrated military–civilian environment
Deliver high profile Army capabilities with tangible national impact

Support strategic priorities of the National Defence Strategy
Rare opportunity to work in an integrated military–civilian environment
Deliver high profile Army capabilities with tangible national impact

Join a high performing team directly accountable for the delivery of National Defence Strategy priority capabilities on behalf of Army.

subClassification: ArmyArmy

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Service Delivery Manager | Defence

at Leidos Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Sydney NSW

Competitive Salary + Life Days

Own service delivery and major incident coordination in Defence ICT
Influence Defence, APS, military and vendors across complex operations
Drive service performance, reporting and continual improvement outcomes

Own service delivery and major incident coordination in Defence ICT
Influence Defence, APS, military and vendors across complex operations
Drive service performance, reporting and continual improvement outcomes

Service Delivery Lead supporting a complex Defence ICT environment, managing incidents, stakeholders, service performance and improvement.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

23h ago

Listed eight days ago

Project Manager

at Department of Defence

This is a Full time job

$124,393 - $140,315 (EL 1) + Super + BDCP

15.4% superannuation
Additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
Focus on work/life balance

15.4% superannuation
Additional leave days between Christmas and New Year
Focus on work/life balance

As an EL1 Project Manager you will play a critical role in delivering Australian Government priorities aligned to Defence’s sovereign EO manufacturing

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Senior Project Manager - Defence Projects

at C4i

This is a Full time job

Williamtown, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Full-time permanent position with C4i.
Unique and challenging projects.
Innovative environment with a collaborative culture.

Full-time permanent position with C4i.
Unique and challenging projects.
Innovative environment with a collaborative culture.

Lead complex Defence delivery from concept to acceptance—owning outcomes, building trusted customer relationships, and driving high-performing teams.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed one hour ago

Training Centre Manager

at CAE Australia

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Innovative and collaborative environment
Global organisation with global opportunities!
World leading technology and training services!

Innovative and collaborative environment
Global organisation with global opportunities!
World leading technology and training services!

We are looking for a Training Centre Manager to join at either our RAAF Base Williamtown or RAAF Base Edinburgh

subClassification: Air ForceAir Force

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Project Manager - Defence Industry

at Saab Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Full time job

Mawson Lakes, Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

14% super, 6 wks paid leave, income protection

Work amongst a team of highly skilled and friendly professionals
In a permanent role with a company that has a 30-year track record in Australia
Work on a major maritime defence program

Work amongst a team of highly skilled and friendly professionals
In a permanent role with a company that has a 30-year track record in Australia
Work on a major maritime defence program

Lead a complex maritime project, manage int/ext stakeholders, develop the mentor and lead a team, assess risk, while working in a systems environment.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Project Manager

at Ignite

This is a Full time job