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Assistant Director (Digital)

MINDEF

SingaporePermanent

Posted 22 Jul 2026

About this role

You support the development of future defence concepts in digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) domains, as well as the master-planning of Research & Development (R&D) and experimentation to realise game-changing future concepts. - Develop future defence concepts - Plan and drive R&D and experimentation initiatives - Coordinate with DSTA and DSO partners - Manage local and overseas stakeholder relationships - Monitor technological trends - Identify collaborative opportunities - Prepare reports and manage project implementation Challenge(s) - Justifying disruptive concepts which will requires a mindset change, takes time to realise and carries technical and programme risks - Keeping current with rapidly evolving technology trends - Identifying collaborative opportunities both locally and internationally - At least 6 years of working experience in technical domains, digital and AI expertise is preferred - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Strong analytical thinking abilities - Good time management skills - Highly motivated and work well under pressure Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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What does a Assistant Director (Digital) at MINDEF do?

You support the development of future defence concepts in digital and Artificial Intelligence (AI) domains, as well as the master-planning of Research & Development (R&D) and experimentation to realise game-changing future concepts. - Develop future defence concepts - Plan and drive R&D and experime…

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