Principle Technical Advisor - Energetics Research

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 + Bonus + Medical Insurance Thales Flex  – Hybrid work environment

Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of gyms across Australia from $15/week Employee discounts (Travel, Car Hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave Veterans Leave Novated Lease options

Personal & professional training development opportunities

Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner Annualised Performance Review Process Recognised as a Work
180 Employer and Family Friendly EmployerOUR TEAMOur 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 Working from our Melbourne Office on Wurundjeri land, your role purpose is to lead the strategy and assist in implementation for new and existing energetics products. You can expect to:

Lead Energetics Strategy – Help define and execute R&D roadmaps to drive innovation in energetics technology, aligning with product roadmaps and client needs.

Technical Authority for Energetics – Serve as the go-to expert for all technical aspects of energetics, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Drive Capture and Bid Work – Play a key role in capture and bid activities by translating client requirements into meaningful business proposals for product and technology development.

Champion Technology Leadership – Stay at the forefront of energetics and defence trends, building academic and SME partnerships to capitalise on emerging opportunities.

YOUR EXPERIENCEOn day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a relevant equivalent

Relevant engineering experience at corporate strategy and project levels in a relevant industry

Direct experience relating to energetic materials for the use in defence products and applications

Experience coordinating complex, technology-intensive cross-functional R&D projects using systems engineering and risk management practices

Experience relating to defence project and engineering governance processesAUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ROLES & SECURITYA 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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 APPLYIf you are passionate about driving innovation in…