Provides engineering, procurement, construction and technology solutions to government and industry worldwide.
Lead defence capture efforts, develop win strategies, manage proposals and stakeholders.
3 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
38,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Construction services
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Science
Technology
Engineering
Sustainability
Space Systems
Military Aircraft
Energy Industry
Government Solutions
Role
Description
proposal management
stakeholder relations
risk compliance
team leadership
win strategy
competitive intel
Partnering with the Proposal Management team to oversee the development of compelling proposals, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, and managing the bid process.
Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams.
Ensuring adherence to relevant policies, managing risks, and ensuring the integrity of the capture process.
Leading cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, solution architects, engineers, commercial and finance staff, and business development personnel.
Develop and implement win strategies, competitive intelligence portfolios, teaming strategies, customer assessments and all elements of captures to maximise probability-of-win.
Requirements
communication
leadership
capture management
bid management
australian defence
acquisition
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with experience in proposal writing and development.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Experience in developing and executing capture strategies whilst adhering to program budgets.
Proven understanding of Australian Defence/Government Agency acquisition processes combined with an appreciation of capability solution elements (e.g., scope, cost, and schedule).
Proven track record in building pipelines and achieving success.
Proven experience in capture management, bid management, or business development within the Australian Defence industry.
Benefits
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
Flexible working
Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
Paid parental leave
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Corporate rewards
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Income protection
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
Employee stock purchase plans
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must hold and maintain an active negative vetting 1 (nv1) defence security clearance.
requires agsva security clearance and compliance with itar.
Company
Overview
Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.
Culture + Values
We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.
Environment + Sustainability
Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).
Inclusion & Diversity
Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.