Training Systems Integrated Logistics Support – Department of Defence
📌 Vacancy Fact Sheet
- Reference Number: VN-0770830
- Agency: Department of Defence
- Job Title: Training Systems Integrated Logistics Support
- Position Number: CASG/03879/26
- Classification: APS Level 6
- Closing Date: Sunday 26 July 2026
- Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
- Location: Canberra ACT
- Future Merit Locations: Canberra
- Salary: $99,733 – $112,431
- Office Arrangement: On Site;Flexible (Defence is committed to supporting workplace)
About Department of Defence
Future Air Mobility Systems Program Office (FAMSPO) is an innovative, people-focused
acquisition SPO within Airlift and Tanker Systems Branch, Aerospace Systems Division. FAMSPO
delivers air mobility capabilities that support combat, humanitarian, diplomatic and peacekeeping
operations. Our team works closely with contracting, procurement, technical specialists and
project stakeholders to deliver sustainable equipment solutions that prioritise capability, speed and
safety.
As a high-performing organisation, FAMSPO offers a diverse range of work across key Defence
air mobility projects, including the C-130J Hercules and Special Purpose Aircraft fleets. Staff
contribute to the acquisition and sustainment of critical Defence capabilities while working in a
collaborative and supportive environment.
FAMSPO is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values wellbeing, flexibility and
professional growth. We invest in ongoing development opportunities to help our people build
rewarding careers and achieve their full potential. Employees also benefit from attractive
Australian Public Service conditions, competitive remuneration and flexible, family-friendly working
arrangements.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is an experienced logistics professional with proven leadership skills and the
ability to mentor and develop teams in a complex, fast-paced environment. They demonstrate
adaptability, sound judgement and resilience, responding effectively to changing priorities and
emerging challenges.
With strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, they build productive
relationships with internal and external stakeholders, exercising initiative and sound
decision-making to resolve complex logistics issues and manage competing demands.
They possess a strong understanding of end-to-end logistics, including procurement, inventory
management and distribution, and can apply relevant legislation, policy and procedures to support
the introduction, operation and sustainment of Defence capability.
The successful candidate is analytical and outcome-focused, using data-driven insights to improve
performance and foster continuous improvement. They understand complex capability
development and delivery, can translate strategic intent into practical outcomes, and confidently
apply governance frameworks to deliver compliant, timely, and integrated project outcomes.
Duties
- The Role
- Future Air Mobility Systems Program Office (FAMSPO) is seeking an APS 6 Integrated Logistics
- Support Manager – Acquisition to support the acquisition, introduction into service, and ongoing
- sustainment of complex and strategically significant projects that support emerging air mobility
- capabilities.
- The APS 6 ILS Manager – Acquisition will lead a small, multidisciplinary team, providing critical
- logistics planning, management, governance and assurance for state-of-the-art ADF capability.
- Working under broad direction, responsibilities may include:
- Developing strategies and plans for logistics management, and implementing plans.
- Developing and advising on policies, procedures and processes for logistics management.
- Responding to stakeholder needs and expectations, and engaging with subject matter
- experts to resolve complex issues.
- Partnering with contracted suppliers to manage priorities and provide comprehensive
- integrated logistics support to Defence capability.
- Communicating materiel logistics objectives through high quality written documentation and
- presentations for consideration by delegates.
- Building and sustaining effective relationships, actively participating in teamwork and
- supporting team development.
Eligibility / Notes
- Security Clearance:
- Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
How to Apply
Position Contact Marilyn Scott, 02 5131 5193
Agency Recruitment Site https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=DFE4DD16-6493-9DC8-216D-ED1C6187D
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