Graduate Hardware Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Protected Vehicles team works closely with clients to design, manufacture, maintain and upgrade protected vehicles that keep people safe, all around the world. Our state-of-the-art workshops are set up to help us deliver Hawkei and Bushmaster military vehicles to strict defence standards – and set our people on rewarding career paths.

Our Graduate Program focuses on developing early career talent to help us deliver tomorrows high-tech solutions. Over an 18-month development program you will engage in on-the-job training, mentoring, a graduate project and structured learning modules.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Support the design and development and validate components and systems for our defence vehicles.

• Interpret our customer requirements and provide design solutions which includes engineering analysis and investigation.

• Conduct prototyping, trials and demonstrations of solutions.

• Undertake learning and training activities to develop skills and experience as a graduate engineer.

ABOUT YOU

• Recent degree qualification in mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, aerospace or automotive engineering

• Any experience in a design or manufacturing environment would be regarded highly

• You are an engineering enthusiast!

• Leadership experience demonstrated through previous employment or extra-curricular activities whilst studying university

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to work within a team

• Self-motivated, curious and desire to continuously learn.

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ROLES & SECURITY

A Defence security clearance is required for this role. Applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain a clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks.

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