Australian Defence Technology

At the forefront of defence technology

DefendTex designs and manufactures sovereign defence capability in Australia — from loitering munitions and unmanned systems to advanced armour, energetics and propulsion.

Est. 2014Australian owned
AUS · USA · UKGlobal offices
30+ PartnersUniversities & research
2× WinnerDefence Innovator of the Year
Product reel

See our capability in action

A walkthrough of the DefendTex portfolio — from Drone40 launch integration through to effects on target.

Capabilities

Areas of expertise

DefendTex is recognised as one of the most innovative defence technology companies in Australia — focused on delivering tactical-level technology where there are capability deficiencies.

EngineeringMechatronicsRobotic manufacturing (illustrative)Robotic manufacturing (illustrative)Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing (illustrative)Additive manufacturing (illustrative)Armour SystemsLow Profile Body ArmourLow Profile Body ArmourRadar & Sensing SystemsPhased array radar (illustrative)Phased array radar (illustrative)Autonomous SystemsDefendTex Banshee UGVDefendTex Banshee UGVResponsive Access to SpaceLaunch vehicle (illustrative)Launch vehicle (illustrative)AerospaceDefendTex Drone81DefendTex Drone81Small ArmsPersonal ProtectionCovert body armour insertCovert body armour insertPropulsion SystemsRotating Detonation Engine testRotating Detonation Engine testCivil & Commercial PyrotechnicsMaritime ServicesPrecision Guided WeaponsDefendTex Drone155DefendTex Drone155EnergeticsHTPB & ammonium perchlorateHTPB & ammonium perchlorateRotating Detonation EnginesRotating Detonation EngineRotating Detonation Engine
Leading technologies

Engineering that closes capability gaps

State-of-the-art facilities and an extensive design and engineering team enable DefendTex to produce world-leading defence technology — backed by significant investment in research and development.

  • Precision guided weapons & warhead design
  • Rotating Detonation Engine and propulsion systems
  • Autonomous systems and robotic weapons platforms
  • Missile and aircraft self-defence concepts
  • Armour systems and energy-absorbing materials
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DefendTex Rotating Detonation Engine
Overview

More than a manufacturer

Capabilities

One of the most innovative defence technology companies in Australia, servicing global defence markets.

Research

A leading defence research company with a credible reputation for collaborative engagement with universities.

Maritime Services

DefendTex Horizon is a maritime research vessel available for charter.

Education

Undergraduate internships and student project engagement across engineering disciplines.

Recognition

Award-winning defence innovation

Winner of Defence Innovator of the Year in 2023 and 2024, and a finalist across nine Australian Defence Industry Award categories.

Australian Defence Industry Awards — winner 2023 and 2024 Defence Innovator of the Year, plus 2025 and 2026 finalist recognitions

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