Business Development Management Opportunities

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8000 employees worldwide - including 800 here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence national security and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign weve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it. This includes new roles within our Business Development (Growth) Function.

If youre driven by purpose passionate about solving complex problems and ready to make a real impact - theres never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom United States Australia Canada and Germany we bring global expertise to local challenges helping build Australias sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We are excited to invite applications from enthusiastic business development professionals from across Australia. Whether you have extensive experience or you are earlier in your business development career we are keen to hear from you as both senior and non-senior opportunities are on offer.

In terms of location; whilst Canberra is a hub for activity candidates in Adelaide Brisbane or Melbourne are also encouraged to apply.

With growth on the agenda youll contribute through the identification qualification and capture of opportunities across the Australian Defence Force (ADF) capability life cycle from initial market scanning and lead generation through to sustainment. This will see you:

• Prospecting emerging opportunities through proactive market intelligence and early stakeholder engagement to identify and validate potential Defence projects at inception
• Maintaining and cultivating stakeholder relationships including with Defence delivery agencies capability managers and prime contractors
• Conducting competitor and market analysis to identify differentiators and refine our value proposition against key Australian and allied offerings
• Developing and executing capture plans for tenders across maritime land or joint domains including win-theme development risk mitigation and value-for-money positioning for a variety of program types/ service offerings
• Leading/ supporting bid/no-bid decision processes preparing comprehensive analyses in accordance with corporate policy and Defence tender protocols
• In partnership with Legal and Commercial teams securing favourable outcomes while maintaining full compliance with export controls and security clearances

Were looking for enthusiasm results orientation and a make things happen approach - people who thrive on challenge collaboration and who enjoy playing and winning as a team.

Youll also need:

• An understanding of ADF acquisition cycles sustainment planning technical regulations and Defence contracting frameworks
• The ability to support the translation of broader Defence policy into actionable capture and account strategies
• A proven track record of leading/ working within cross-discipline capture teams
• Proficiency in structuring/ supporting the structure of multi-variant commercial models risk-reward scenarios and cost-benefit analyses for Defence programs
• Exceptional engagement and negotiation
• Proven business development/capture experience within an Australian Defence prime or systems integrator or adjacent industry with a record of business winning

Preferably youll also have some familiarity with maritime land or joint training systems platforms or C4ISR solutions (or similar) gained in organisations such as Defence or a Defence Prime or in a similar adjacent industry.

Working with a Senior Business Development Manager one of the roles will benefit from a person with some experience in advisory/ consultancy services experience in client account management and high volume tender response.

Due to the nature of these roles applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance. Current security clearance is advantageous.

Whilst applications must be made online confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne Talent Acquisition Lead (). Position descriptions are available upon request.

Closing date for applications is Friday 8th August 2025.

Looking for an Employer with Benefits

At QinetiQ our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. Youll share in the companys success and be rewarded for your own. Well invest in your development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional development
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

• Up to 18weeks paid parental leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan we also encourage applications from women veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening including but not limited to identity verification and police checks for all preferred candidates.

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