Head of Mechatronics Product & Programs

ExecThread; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

ExecThread is seeking a Head of Product and Programs in Australia to lead a portfolio of advanced mechatronic and automated defence products from concept to commercialisation. The role requires deep technical leadership, customer-facing engagement, and ownership of product strategy within a security-cleared environment.

The successful candidate will guide cross-disciplinary teams, drive product development excellence, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver real operational outcomes while

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in complex engineering programs.
• Experience bridging technical teams and customers to deliver outcomes.
• Proven track record in problem solving and technical investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of complex mechatronic and automated defence products.
• Act as voice of the customer to align product plans with operational needs.
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and drive continuous improvement across processes.
• Influence product strategy, commercialisation, and future investment decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Product development

Systems engineering

Customer engagement

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Project management

Risk management

Job description

ExecThread is seeking a Head of Product and Programs in Australia to lead a portfolio of advanced mechatronic and automated defence products from concept to commercialisation. The role requires deep technical leadership, customer-facing engagement, and ownership of product strategy within a security-cleared environment.

The successful candidate will guide cross-disciplinary teams, drive product development excellence, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver real operational outcomes while