Specialists Required for Defence Industry Contract Roles

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeDefence Full time $120,000 - $180,000
Expertise Sought in Defence Industry Contracting

The Australian Defence industry is undergoing sustained growth and investment, resulting in a multitude of opportunities for professionals.

Contract work presents an ideal way to expand your experience, enhance your CV with diverse technologies and projects, and achieve a better work-life balance while increasing earning potential.

We are observing strong demand for skilled engineers and Defence professionals to support naval, aerospace, and ICT advancements across Australia.

Key areas of need include:

  • Communications, Combat Systems, Electrical, Electronic, Telecommunications, Mechanical, Software, and Systems Engineering
  • ILS Professionals and RAMS (Analysts, Engineers, and Managers)
  • Project Coordinators
  • Software Developers (C++ and Java)

Most roles require a current Security Clearance due to the nature of this work within the Defence Industry.



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