Lead innovation. Deliver capability. Shape the future
of defence technology.
Silentium Defence is entering an exciting new phase of
growth, and we are seeking multiple experienced Product Development Managers
to take ownership of the development and delivery of advanced technology
products that protect those who matter.
In this pivotal role, you will drive the end-to-end
product lifecycle from concept and design through to production and continuous
improvement ensuring our products meet customer expectations, contractual
commitments, and strategic objectives. You will work closely with engineering,
production, and commercial teams to translate ideas into high-quality,
deployable capability.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop
and maintain product roadmaps aligned to business strategy and market
demand
- Lead
multidisciplinary teams through the full product lifecycle — ideation to
production
- Drive
product definition, prototyping, and design for manufacture
- Collaborate
across engineering, production, and commercial teams
- Champion
disciplined engineering governance and delivery processes
- Manage
suppliers, subcontractors, and strategic partners
- Ensure
products meet quality, schedule, and contractual requirements
- Identify
opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement
About You
You bring strong leadership experience in product
management and product development, with a proven track record of managing
products from inception through to production. You are experienced in applying
engineering principles and structured problem‑solving
methods across complex, multidisciplinary environments, working seamlessly
across software, electronics and mechanical domains, including full system
integration. You have a strong command of engineering governance and design
approval processes, alongside hands‑on experience developing and
managing project schedules, budgets, configuration management and change
control. You are comfortable leading subcontractors, influencing senior
stakeholders and driving alignment to deliver outcomes, with demonstrated
success taking concepts through design, validation and into manufacturing at
scale. You are degree‑qualified as an Engineer in an
electronic, systems or mechanical discipline and bring a practical, delivery‑focused
mindset to building products that perform in the real world.
Application Eligibility
Due to the nature of our work within the Defence industry,
applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and
maintain an NV1 Security Clearance, with the potential to secure a
higher-level clearance if required. Only applicants who meet these mandatory
requirements will be considered.
How to Apply
Click “Apply Now” to submit your CV and cover letter
outlining your suitability for this opportunity.
