Field: Project Management/Support & Logistics

Defence life has taken Amanda Tarrant across the world, from Malaysia to multiple Australian cities, before settling in Adelaide. Now a Project Officer at Veterans SA, she is dedicated to supporting veterans, serving members and their families.

Hugh, a business management graduate from the University of South Australia, transitioned from marketing to project management within Redarc's defence team. His role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and experts, fuelling his long-term career aspirations in the defence industry.

Karen Hughes, Senior BD Manager at QinetiQ Australia, leads aerospace surveillance projects and champions diversity in STEM. With a background in Computer Science, she transitioned from academia to defence, driving innovation and value for government clients.

Dr Jordan Plotnek’s career soared from Flight Lieutenant in the RAAF to space cyber security expert. Now a Senior Lecturer at UniSA, he helps build cyber resilience in critical infrastructure while shaping the future of space security.

Dr. Gretel Png, an electrical engineer with global experience, joined DSTG in 2018. Passionate about space and nuclear-powered submarines, Gretel aims to influence defence’s STEM initiatives while continuing to learn and contribute to South Australia’s tech landscape.

Reinaldo, a Senior Procurement and Subcontracts Officer at BAE Systems Australia, supports defence projects with supply and logistics. Originally from Venezuela, he moved to Australia eight years ago, building a career in the defence industry in both Sydney and Adelaide.

Wanting to be part of an industry fuelled by innovation and some of the country’s brightest minds, South Australian project manager Ben Adams knew it was time for a change when he took one giant leap into a new career in the space sector.

Charting a new course in his career journey, Kosta was eager to make his mark in an industry set for strong growth and filled with meaningful work. This led him to a new career in the defence industry.

Rozanne's work as an accountant didn't really pique much interest from people until she started working in the defence industry. Now, her day-to-day involves working with a vast range of people on financing long-term defence projects, such as manufacturing batteries for submarines.