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Kim Scott: How curiosity led to the frontlines of Defence tech (E1)


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Season 2 has begun… we sat down with Kim Scott, a born and bred Adelaidean whose early curiosity for pulling apart doorknobs led to an extraordinary career in defence innovation.


From studying mechanical engineering at Adelaide University to working on cutting-edge guided weapons systems at DSTG, Kim knew early on what he wanted - to push the boundaries of technology. That drive took him overseas during the Gulf War as part of an elite scientist exchange program in Huntsville, Alabama, home to the US Army Missile Command and NASA’s Space Flight Centre.


This episode is a reminder of how curiosity, clarity of purpose and a willingness to step into the unknown can shape a truly impactful leadership journey.


🎧 Listen now to hear Kim’s full story including his reflections on risk, resilience and why the right environment matters more than the postcode.


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