Work with cutting edge technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world’s most challenging technical problems in the Electronic Warfare, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, RF sensing, Sensor Fusion and distributed systems. Working with high profile customers across militaries, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure, law enforcement and many others. 

With an approximately $1bn market capitalisation and having raised approximately $250m in 2024 alone, DroneShield is undergoing hypergrowth stage, fuelled by rapidly increasing use of drones for nefarious applications, from battlefield, to terrorism, to contraband delivery and commercial espionage. 

This role is in the DroneShield Sydney headquarters in Pyrmont, Sydney. There are approximately 290 staff based in the 4,000sqm facility today, scheduled to grow to approximately 350 staff by end of 2026. Overseas on the ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Denmark, Germany and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries globally. 

About the role

DroneShield is seeking a Project Manager(s) with relevant experience to join the team in Sydney, NSW. 

This role will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a Defence Research & Development project with a focus on software capability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure successful project outcomes that align with Commonwealth contracting frameworks. 

The ideal candidate has experience managing Defence software projects, understands the nuances of Defence stakeholder engagement, and thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment. 

The position will report to the COO. 

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of a Defence R&D software-focused project in line with Defence requirements. 
• Develop and maintain project schedules, risk registers, and reporting documentation in alignment with Commonwealth and internal expectations. 
• Act as the primary point of contact for Defence Project stakeholders, ensuring ongoing communication, alignment, and compliance with contractual obligations. 
• Liaise with software engineering teams, systems engineers, and other internal specialists to ensure timely and quality delivery of technical milestones. 
• Monitor subcontractor and partner contributions, ensuring adherence to scope, quality, and timeline expectations.
• Coordinate internal project governance, including reporting to the COO and CTO. 
• Maintain compliance with Defence security, export controls, and safety protocols. 

Qualifications, Experience and Skills 

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar position 
• Confidence to manage project delivery from inception to closure 
• Required project management experience within a software development environment 
• Knowledge or exposure to agile project management principles is highly desirable. 
• Experience with customer engagement in a Defence (AUSDEFCON) or critical-engineering environment is favourable 
• People management and leadership skills are highly favourable 
• Experience with the systems engineering lifecycle from concept definition and requirements management to project delivery is favourable 
• Australian Citizen and able to successfully obtain and maintain a minimum Baseline Security Clearance is mandatory. 

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.