Project Manager – Process Improvement (AU)

About the role

DroneShield is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager, with a strong emphasis on process improvement, to join our team based in Sydney, NSW.

This pivotal role will be responsible for leading and managing cross-functional process improvement initiatives across the entire Research and Development (R&D) division. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Quality Engineering, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring the implementation of best practices throughout R&D workflows and systems.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations 

• Coordinate and manage process improvement projects across R&D from initial planning to successful implementation 
• Lead a weekly forum of project managers with the aim to review existing project management processes, identify areas of improvement and organise success rollout of new processes 
• Strengthen the project management discipline by identifying scalable software tools, frameworks and methodologies to aid in improving product delivery 
• Periodically review implemented process improvements to assess effectiveness 
• Provide coordination support to Engineering teams involved in process improvement projects 
• Manage planning and coordination tools specific to internal project management 
• Coordinate team resources to ensure alignment and timely delivery of process changes 
• Develop and maintain documentation essential for project planning, reporting, and scheduling 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across various teams 
• Ensure process improvements are implemented in line with internal quality standards and stakeholder expectations 
• Attend and contribute to meetings with key stakeholders within the organisation 
• Foster a collaborative and motivating environment to maximise team contributions 
• Collaborate on problem-solving for project-related issues. 

Qualifications, Experience and Skills 

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a project management position 
• Proven track record of improving R&D and Project Management processes to enhance product quality and team productivity  
• Confidence to manage process changes from initial planning to rollout 
• Required project management experience within a software product development environment 
• Experience with customer engagement in a Defence (AUSDEFCON) or critical-engineering environment is favourable 
• People management and leadership skills are highly favourable 
• Experience with the systems engineering lifecycle from concept definition and requirements management to project delivery is favourable 
• Australian Citizen and able to successfully obtain and maintain a minimum Baseline Security Clearance is preferred. 

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.