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 BENEFITS
Competitive remuneration + Super
Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave
Veterans Leave
Novated Lease options
Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
Personal & professional training development opportunities
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OUR TEAM
This role is located in Melbourne for our Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.
YOUR ROLE
Develop and improve solid rocket motor designs and related equipment using Creo, ensuring designs meet project requirements.
Conduct engineering analysis such as structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics assessments to support and validate designs.
Create manufacturing and prototype plans, working closely with production teams to ensure efficient and practical delivery.
Lead research and development projects to strengthen propulsion technology capabilities and drive innovation.
Plan, conduct, and oversee testing programs to confirm design performance and functionality.
Prepare clear design and test reports, documenting outcomes, insights, and recommendations for stakeholders.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Experience in product development, ideally working with composite materials.
End-to-end design and engineering experience in high-performance, high-temperature, aerospace, propulsion, or similar mechanical systems.
Exposure to propulsion systems, rockets, energetics, or guided weapons is desirable but not essential.
Experience using simulation tools, preferably Ansys.
Ability to collaborate with and manage suppliers and manufacturing teams.
Comfortable with hands-on prototyping, testing, and product development activities.
Eligible for professional membership with Engineers Australia.
Flexible and willing to travel as required.
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ROLES & SECURITY
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate 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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Skills Required
- Experience developing and improving solid rocket motor designs
- Proficiency using Creo for design work
- Experience performing structural, thermal, and fluid dynamics analyses
- Experience with simulation tools (preferably Ansys)
- End-to-end design and engineering experience in high-performance, high-temperature, aerospace or propulsion systems
- Experience in product development, ideally with composite materials
- Ability to create manufacturing and prototype plans and work with production teams
- Ability to plan, conduct, and oversee testing programs and hands-on prototyping
- Experience leading research and development projects to advance propulsion technology
- Ability to collaborate with and manage suppliers and manufacturing teams
- Prepare clear design and test reports for stakeholders
- Eligible for professional membership with Engineers Australia
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence security clearance; Australian citizenship required
- Flexible and willing to travel as required
Thales Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thales and has not been reviewed or approved by Thales.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans with employer contributions and matches, profit sharing, and share purchase opportunities are emphasized across multiple regions. These elements are positioned as competitive components of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO that increases with tenure, paid holidays, and paid military, maternity, and paternity leave are described. This breadth supports work–life balance across locations.
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Flexible Benefits — Hybrid work options, flexible schedules, and parental supports such as childcare benefits and leave for sick children are available in several markets. Flexibility is presented as a core part of the employee experience.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
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