Data Support Officer

The Opportunity

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Support Officer to join our Configuration and Data Management Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in technical data or configuration management, with extensive on-the-job training provided.

In this role, you will support the management of technical documentation, customer deliveries, configuration baselines, and other data management activities within a complex engineering and project environment. You will work closely with engineers, project teams, and stakeholders to help maintain the integrity and accuracy of program information and documentation.

This role will be based in Sydney, NSW.

Key Responsibilities

With training and support from senior team members, responsibilities will include:

• Provide document control and data management support across program products and services
• Standardise, edit, format, and publish technical documentation
• Coordinate documentation reviews and approvals
• Manage document deliveries to external stakeholders and customers
• Liaise with document authors to ensure data and documentation are produced in line with schedules and requirements
• Support the administration of technical reviews and working groups
• Assist in progressing change requests through configuration management processes
• Support problem identification, registration, tracking, and resolution activities
• Assist with maintaining the integrity of technical and configuration baselines
• Contribute to build and release management activities within a complex engineering environment

What You'll Bring

This role would suit someone with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn in a technical environment. While this is an entry-level opportunity with training provided, candidates should demonstrate some prior experience in technical administration, records management, document control, or a related support function.

• To be successful in this role, you will have:
• Experience in technical administration, document control, records management, or similar support roles
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Windows-based systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies or missing information
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
• A positive and proactive approach
• Strong learning aptitude and willingness to grow in a dynamic environment
• Professional attitude with a strong customer focus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Don't meet every requirement?

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

What we offer you

• Work on innovative projects, collaborate across borders and build your skills through internal secondments and structured career pathways.
• Access face to face and online development opportunities, supported by employee recognition programs and annual awards events.
• Many roles offer flexible options to help you shape a work pattern that fits your life.
• Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave each year, plus access dedicated study leave, and quarterly blood donor leave.
• Receive free mental health support for you and your family, participate in health month activities and access resources that support your wellbeing.
• Access a wide range of employee discounts, novated leasing options, referral incentives and financial guidance through your Superannuation provider.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.