Engineering Lead - ILS and Configuration Management
About the Opportunity
We are seeking Expressions of Interest for an experienced Engineering Lead â Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) & Configuration Management to lead integrated ILS and CM functions across complex defence and maritime programs.
This leadership role is responsible for ensuring systems are supportable, sustainable, and configuration-controlled throughout the entire product lifecycle â from concept and design through production, in-service support, and disposal.
The position will provide strategic direction, governance, and technical oversight to ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and organisational requirements while enabling operational readiness and long-term capability sustainment.
This is your opportunity to contribute to programs of national significance and shape sovereign capability outcomes.
About Austal
Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
Learn more at austal.com/ssa
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What’s Involved
- Lead and integrate Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Configuration Management (CM) activities across assigned programs
- Provide lifecycle leadership from requirements definition through design, build, verification & validation, in-service support, and disposal
- Establish and maintain configuration baselines across hardware, software, and documentation
- Develop and implement ILS strategies including maintenance planning, supply support, technical documentation, training, and support equipment
- Ensure CM and ILS processes align with contractual obligations, Defence standards, and regulatory frameworks
- Chair or support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and Change Review Boards
- Provide governance oversight of engineering data management, version control, and change management processes
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and provide mentorship to ILS and CM professionals
- Engage with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure supportability and configuration integrity outcomes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across ILS and CM systems and tools
You’ll Need
Essential
- significant experience in Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Configuration Management within complex engineering environments
- Demonstrated experience leading lifecycle support strategies for defence or maritime programs
- Strong knowledge of CM standards such as ISO 10007, EIA-649, ITIL, or equivalent
- Experience establishing and maintaining configuration baselines for hardware and software systems
- Experience implementing CM tools, PLM systems, and enterprise asset management systems
- Understanding of Defence regulatory frameworks and supportability requirements
- Proven leadership capability with experience managing technical teams
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance
Desirable
- Defence or maritime sector experience
- Familiarity with Australian Defence standards and Naval Publications
- Experience developing ILS artefacts including LSA/LSAR, maintenance task analysis, and provisioning documentation
- Knowledge of Reliability, Maintainability and Availability (RMA/RAM) engineering principles
- Experience implementing digital engineering or model-based configuration environments
- Formal qualifications in Engineering, Logistics, or a related discipline
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
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