Signal Processing Specialist

Silentium Defence Pty; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Silentium Defence Pty is seeking a Signal Processing Specialist with at least two years of experience to join our R&D team in Australia. You will help develop the algorithms at the heart of our passive radar technology, collaborating with scientists and engineers to test hypotheses and explore new ideas.

This role offers an opportunity to advance technical expertise while contributing to Australian technology that supports Defence and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related technical field.
• At least two years of experience in signal processing, algorithm development, scientific computing or related area.
• Experience developing, implementing or researching signal processing algorithms or other complex algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Exploring radar and signal processing research from academia and industry.
• Identifying techniques that could improve the capability of our passive radar systems.
• Developing and testing prototype algorithms, both in the office and in the field.
• Using Python and other scientific tools to analyze radar performance.
• Investigating unexpected system behaviour and identifying possible causes.
• Collaborating with software engineers to turn research code into operational capability.
• Assessing algorithm trade-offs and completing sensitivity analysis.
• Contributing to field trials and customer demonstrations.
• Presenting technical findings and recommendations to colleagues and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Signal processing

Algorithms

Mathematics

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Bachelors in Mathematics

Bachelors in Physics

Job description

Are you an engineer,mathematicianor scientist who enjoys solving problems that do not have an obvious answer?SilentiumDefenceis looking for aSignal Processing Specialist with two or more years of relevant experience to join our Research and Development team.

You will help develop the algorithms that sit at the heart of our passive radar technology, working with talented scientists and engineers to explorenew ideas, testhypothesesand improve the performance of systemsoperatingin real-world environments.

This is an opportunity to continue developing your technicalexpertisewhile contributing to Australian technology that supportsDefence, national security and critical infrastructure.

The Role

Reporting to the Principal Scientist, you will join our Research Team and contribute across the full research and development journey.

You may begin by investigating an emerging signal processing technique, developing a mathematicalmodelor testing an algorithm using recorded data. From there, you could help design a field trial,analyseoperationaldataand support the transition of a successful prototype into an operational product.

Your work will helpSilentiumDefencebetter understand passive radarbehaviour, improve systemperformanceandidentifynew applications for our technology.

What Your Day Could Include

• Exploring radar and signal processing research from academia and industry.
• Identifyingtechniques that could improve the capability of our passive radar systems.
• Developing and testing prototype algorithms, both in the office and in the field.
• Using Python and other scientific tools toanalyseradar performance.
• Investigating unexpected systembehaviourandidentifyingpossible causes.
• Collaborating with software engineers to turn research code into operational capability.
• Assessing algorithm trade-offs and completing sensitivity analysis.
• Contributing to field trials and customer demonstrations.
• Presenting technical findings and recommendations to colleagues and stakeholders.

WhatYou’llBring

We are looking for someone with strong foundations, an interest in appliedresearchand the ability to learn quickly.

To be successful, you will have:

• Abachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics,Physicsora relatedtechnical field.
• At least two years of experience in signal processing, algorithm development, scientificcomputingor a related area.
• Experience developing,implementingor researching signal processing algorithms or other complex algorithms.
• Strong coding capability in a scientific programming language, preferably Python.
• An analytical mindset and confidence working with complex technical data.
• A pragmatic approach to research and problem-solving, balancing technicalrigourwith time,costand delivery requirements.
• The ability to explain technical concepts and document your work clearly.
• A collaborative and supportive approach to working with others.
• Australian citizenship and eligibility to obtain an NV1 security clearance.
• Experience in radar, electronic warfare,Defence, research and development, product development or field trials would beadvantageousbut is not essential.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will contribute to:

• A deeper understanding of passive radar signal processing.
• The successful development of novel radar algorithms.
• Measurable improvements in signal processing performance.
• The transition of research prototypes into operational capability.
• A supportive team environment built on integrity,curiosityand data-driven decision-making.

AtSilentiumDefence, our people work together to solve difficult problems and develop advanced sensing technology that protects what matters.

Due to the nature of our work within the Defence industry, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain defence security clearance. Only applicants who meet these mandatory requirements will be considered.

We Are Innovators, problem solvers, and leaders in our field, dedicated to making a real impact on a global

Silentium Defence is a rapidly growing, Australian-born business working at the cutting edge of advanced technology capability.

Our world-leading passive radar sensors empower defence, space, and commercial customers to see without being seen, enabling them to protect what matters most with unparalleled precision and reliability.

Why work with us

We’re doing hard things. Each and every one of us is empowered with responsibility and plays an integral role in the growth of our business. Here, hard work translates into real-world impact, and every contribution counts.

But it’s not all work—our culture is built on celebrating achievements, supporting one another, and providing opportunities to explore everyone’s full potential.