THE CLIENT
Silentium Defence
Silentium Defence is an Australian defence technology company specialising in passive radar systems and software that deliver covert situational awareness. Partnering with defence, government and commercial sectors, its solutions support missions including Counter-UAS, Integrated Air and Missile Defence, and Space Domain Awareness.
Head Office Australia
Industry Defence
Company Size 100+ employees
THE CHALLENGE
As Silentium Defence’s portfolio of Defence contracts grew, its Program Delivery Team faced increasing demand across multiple concurrent ASDEFCON projects, including Maverick and Excalibur and external projects. Managing these contracts requires rigorous project planning, precise contract documentation and close engagement with Defence stakeholders, all while meeting fixed milestone commitments.
At the same time, Silentium was planning and establishing new work, placing further pressure on an already stretched team. With existing Project Managers at capacity and a need to grow capability among junior staff, Silentium required an experienced Project Manager who understood the ASDEFCON framework and could integrate quickly.
Silentium engaged Adept to provide that capacity, trusting us to supply a capable, professional resource who would represent both organisations well.
THE ACTION
Adept delivered Josh, an experienced Project Manager, within Silentium Defence’s Program Delivery Team to provide dedicated Project Management support across the Maverick and Excalibur: passive radar projects.
Working within the ASDEFCON framework, Josh developed project plans, prepared Statements of Work and managed Contract Change Proposals, ensuring contractual documentation was accurate and aligned with Defence requirements. He maintained clear communication with internal teams and Defence stakeholders, building strong relationships and supporting the delivery of key project milestones.
Beyond his core responsibilities, Josh mentored junior Project Managers to build capability within the team and played an instrumental role in planning and establishing new work. Throughout the engagement, Adept provided ongoing account management to ensure Silentium’s needs continued to be met.
THE OUTCOME
Josh successfully supported Silentium Defence across internal and external projects and passive radar projects, delivering project plans, Statements of Work and Contract Change Proposals while maintaining strong client relationships. His contribution provided valuable Project Management capacity, supported milestone delivery and planning of new work, and strengthened capability across the broader Program Delivery Team.
“Josh has provided valuable Project Management support to Silentium Defence across ASDEFCON projects. Throughout his engagement, he has represented Adept professionally, established strong internal and client relationships, maintained clear and effective communication, and supported the delivery of key project milestones.
Beyond his direct project responsibilities, Josh has supported the development of junior Project Managers and has been instrumental in planning and establishing new work. His contribution has strengthened our Program Delivery capability at a time when additional Project Management capacity was required.
We have been very pleased with Josh’s contribution during his time representing Adept.”
