Shape the future of passive radar. Lead projects that protect those who matter.

At Silentium Defence , we’re driving innovation in passive surveillance technology across critical Defence and national security applications. Our systems enable covert, cost-effective, and comprehensive situational awareness — and we’re growing quick.

We’re looking for a Project Manager who thrives on complexity, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. Someone who can lead with confidence, think ahead, and make a tangible impact on programs that matter.

Your Opportunity

As a key member of our high-performing team, you’ll lead multi-disciplinary Defence projects that design, and test distributed passive radar networks for defenceand other end users.

You’ll be responsible for the full project lifecycle — from planning through to delivery and close-out — ensuring milestones are met, risks are managed, and outcomes exceed expectations.

In this role, you will:

- Manage projects to maximise customer value through Silentium’s products and services
- Take ownership of all aspects of project delivery — scope, schedule, budget, resources, risk, and procurement
- Maintain control of timelines, costs, and quality to deliver on time and within budget
- Develop and manage project plans, risk registers, and earned value metrics
- Coordinate internal resources and suppliers to meet technical and delivery requirements
- Identify risks and opportunities, driving proactive mitigation and improvement
- Embed project management best practices and continuous improvement across the company

About You

You’re organised, dependable, and great at follow-through; proactive, curious, and eager to learn.

You ask questions, seek understanding, and don’t settle for “that’s how it’s always been done.”

You’re adaptable, team-oriented,



and thrive in environments that blend structure with innovation.

You balance commercial focus with integrity and know how to keep multiple projects on track at once.

Qualifications

- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Project Manager, ideally in engineering, Defence, or technology
- Postgraduate qualification in Project Management (or equivalent demonstrated experience)
- Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects end-to-end
- Experience using Microsoft Project
- AIPM certification or similar PM accreditation (PRINCE2, PMBOK, AGILE)
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Engineering degree or technical background
- Experience in manufacturing or low-volume production environments

Essential:

- Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a higher clearance if required.
- Experience in Microsoft Project
- Valid driver’s licence
- Ability to work across environments — office, and partner sites
- Adaptable, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously

Why Silentium Defence?

- Work with world-first, sovereign sensing systems redefining how Australia sees and protects its air, sea, and space domains.
- Join a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
- Join a company where new ideas turn into real products, deployed in the field fast.
- Know your work genuinely matters enhancing Australia’s safety, resilience, and future readiness.
- Develop with leaders who value talent, offer technical mentorship, and create real progression pathways.

Eligibility

- Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a higher clearance if required.

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📌 Project Manager (City of Salisbury)
🏢 Silentium Defence
📍 City of Salisbury