Silentium Defence is entering an exciting current 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.

Responsibilities

- 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.

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📌 Product Development Manager (City of Salisbury)
🏢 Silentium Defence
📍 City of Salisbury