Program Engineering Manager

• Career development opportunities


• Competitive rewards and benefits


• Flexible working options

About the role

As the Frigate CLCM Program Engineering Manager for Babcock projects, you will provide strategic leadership and day‑to‑day management of multidisciplinary engineering teams.

You’ll be responsible for the delivery of complex engineering activities ensuring that all deliverables meet strict technical, time, cost, and quality requirements.

The Program Engineering Manager is also the main interface with the Frigate CLCM Principal Engineer and is responsible for the delivery of Engineering and Asset Management activities required to meet the requirements of the Frigate CLCM Contract. As a participant within the Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) under the Defence Seaworthiness Management System (DSwMS), you will support the Principal Engineer in the planning, management, and delivery of their accountabilities.

You will ensure the consistent application of engineering processes, resources, and toolsets in line with Babcock policy to achieve project and program technical outcomes, while maintaining compliance with DSwMS and AEO governance requirements.

About you

You are a seasoned engineering professional with a strong background in managing complex, high‑stakes programs within the defence or mission‑critical systems domain. Your experience has honed your ability to lead technical teams, balance competing priorities, and make informed decisions throughout the engineering lifecycle.

You’re confident in your ability to communicate technical information clearly to a variety of stakeholders and thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where accuracy, safety, and compliance are paramount.

Your leadership style promotes capability growth, knowledge sharing, and talent development. You’re passionate about mentoring team members, driving process improvements, and building sustainable engineering practices.

With an excellent understanding of design, integration, and support techniques—and a keen awareness of emerging technologies—you’re ready to deliver innovative solutions that not only meet the needs of the program, but also contribute to the broader goals of Babcock and the communities we serve.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct single‑domain technical investigations and analysis to generate data that supports problem assessment, resolution, and the design of improvements.


• Plan, deliver, and monitor your own tasks, ensuring all requirements are met to the agreed time, quality, and cost standards.


• Apply your technical knowledge to produce high‑quality documentation and solutions in support of assigned tasks, in line with the applicable Delegation of Authority.


• Support the creation and maintenance of accurate technical documentation, ensuring records are securely stored within the appropriate data‑management systems to enable effective through‑life knowledge capture.


• Support the Frigate CLCM Principal Engineer in meeting AEO and DSwMS accountabilities, ensuring engineering governance, compliance, and technical assurance across the program.


• Ensure engineering processes, resources, and tools are applied consistently to achieve technical outcomes aligned with Babcock policy and defence requirements.

You will bring:

• Tertiary qualification in a related technical discipline with solid understanding of applicable engineering toolsets.


• Eligibility for membership of a relevant professional body and a commitment to continuous learning.


• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.


• Extensive experience in relatable technical/engineering roles.


• Proven experience in managing engineering functions and/or technical delivery.


• Strong understanding of engineering toolsets (e.g., PLM or MRP systems, design, simulation and analysis software).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong computer skills.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve desired results.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.  


• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer. 


• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave. 


• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan. 


• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. 

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

So, if you would like to continue helping to create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au.

Job req # 73606

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Defence Security Clearance for the role, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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