Exploring a Career in Defence Science

6 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCareer Full time $50,000 - $100,000

Program Overview

A unique opportunity to experience the world of STEM careers in Defence Science and Technology Group has been developed to showcase various career paths available in DSTG and with industry partners.

About Us

We bring together interdisciplinary expertise from across Australia and around the world to address Defence and national security challenges. Our role is to work closely with the Australian science, technology, and innovation ecosystem, delivering scientific advice and solutions that enhance capability for Defence and the national security community.

What to Expect

During this placement, you will have the opportunity to tour our research facilities and speak to scientists about their areas of research, education, and career histories. You will also get to see equipment up close that is not normally open or accessible to the public.

Research Areas

  • Maritime: Operating in the maritime space with advanced undersea surveillance, materials science, and navigation technologies
  • Platforms: Making sure our vehicles are undetectable, resilient, efficient, and capable
  • Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear: Detecting threats and protecting our forces in compromised environments
  • Human and Decision Sciences: Support of human situational awareness, decision making, control, and protection in complex environments


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