Lockheed Martin Australia has announced the appointment of Toni-Anne Munn as Deputy Program Director for JP9102, following its selection as the preferred bidder for the multi-billion-dollar project.
“We are delighted to welcome Toni-Anne to the team. Her proven track record of delivering major complex defence programs will be pivotal to the success of JP9102 and the management of our existing communications portfolio,” said David Ball, Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand, Lockheed Martin Australia Space.
“With her innovative project leadership skills and comprehensive understanding of industry, Toni-Anne will be instrumental in realising Lockheed Martin Australia's vision for a resilient and self-reliant national space sector."
Munn brings 20 years of experience to the role, working in program management across major defence and telecommunications projects. Reporting to JP9102 Program Director Chris Jewell, Munn will collaborate closely with Defence and program industry partners.
"I’m excited to join Lockheed Martin Australia during a critical time for both the company and our nation’s space industry. I am eager to contribute to the success of JP9102 and uphold Lockheed Martin Australia’s commitment to meet the needs of the Commonwealth through excellence in program delivery and sustainment," said Munn.
“Leveraging Lockheed Martin’s rich heritage and unrivalled capability in space, my focus will be on enhancing operational efficiency, developing our team's capabilities, and remaining on the forefront of technological innovation, all to benefit our customer.”
Lockheed Martin also announced it has leased office space in Melbourne’s central business district, to 'establish Victoria as the engineering and technical hub' for JP9102.
“The new space will house our growing team, the beginning of what will become a 200-strong Victorian workforce," said Chris Jewell, JP9102 Program Director, on supporting the growth of Australian space capabilities.
It is a further demonstration of our commitment to providing Defence the best possible sovereign military satellite communications system through JP9102.”
As the preferred bidder, Lockheed Martin Australia has progressed to the next stage of the Defence procurement process, which includes engaging in collaborative tender clarification and improvement activities.