Ian Spencer will serve as Defence SA's new Executive Director for defence and industry from 21 August, 2024.
With an extensive Defence and industry network, Ian’s entry into Defence began as a rifleman in the Army Reserve in his teenage years before transitioning into the Royal Australian Navy where he served for 22 years as a Sailor and Aerospace Engineer. He's also served in senior public and private sector roles.
"Ian joins us with extensive knowledge of the industry and experience in driving pioneering defence innovation that will be instrumental in supporting South Australia to bolster our sovereign capability efforts,” said Defence SA Chief Executive Matt Opie.
His appointment follows the departure of former Executive Director Defence and Space Reg Carruthers, who left the agency in July.