At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.

It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.

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.

We are excited to announce fixed-term opportunities, based in Eaglefarm, Brisbane on Jagera and Turrbul land to support an exciting land vehicle defence project.

These 12-month roles offer a variety of challenging and engaging workstreams across multiple engineering disciplines, including:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Verification and Validation Engineering
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• CAD Design and Drafting

You will be joining a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes directly to the design, development, testing, and lifecycle support of critical defence systems.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Our Team

As part of our Vehicle and Transportation Solutions (VTS) business, our Protected Vehicles (PRV) team is primarily focused on the design, manufacture, delivery, and support of protected mobility vehicles on a global scale. We are very proud of everything we do in support of both the Bushmaster and Hawkei platforms as we all work together towards our purpose. Most importantly – be a part of a positive team culture that is focused on our people.

Our Benefits

• Family Friendly Workplace Certified company with competitive remuneration
• Fitness Passport Discount + employee discounts with a number of affiliates
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

If you are passionate about defence technologies and eager to contribute to impactful projects, we invite you to submit your expression of interest. Please include your relevant experience and areas of expertise when applying.

Join us at Thales and be part of a future we can all trust.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.