Packaging Solutions Engineer/Technical Officer

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 (Insert WAGE EA) + Super + Profit Share
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 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
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Our Team
Our Explosive Ordnance Systems team enables the Australian Defence Force through storage, distribution, maintenance and disposal of these systems, all across Australia. As a turnkey solution, we offer the opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of our business operations, creating huge opportunities for growth.

Your Role
This exciting role exists to develop and deliver packaging solutions for energetics materials which meet the requirements for local, national and international transport of goods, writing internal quality, safety and engineering governance processes, and driving the industrialisation of packaging solutions at an operational level.

Additionally, this role will provide varying degree of technical support to a number of internal customers right from the bidding/quotation stage through to development, procurement, manufacturing and delivery/logistics.

• Lead or contribute to the resolution of packaging quality issues and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with teams, work groups, and individuals beyond formal reporting lines to achieve organisational objectives
• Demonstrate respect for the needs and contributions of others in all actions and decisions
• Maintain a broad perspective by focusing on overarching goals, prioritizing major objectives over isolated issues in day-to-day operations
• Define and execute long-term plans and strategies to achieve personal and organisational goals
• Writing technical and supporting documents for packaging solutions, and compiling safety case documentation for submission to the relevant Design Authority

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

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical or equivalent), technical or trade qualifications in a manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge and understanding of product design and industrialised manufacturing processes
• Proven ability to deliver task outcomes that meet safely, quality, cost and schedule requirements
• Proven ability to write technical reports and documents
• Competence in risk assessments, attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Experience with or training in Dangerous Goods Codes (ADG, IMDG, IATA) - desirable
• Basic knowledge or experience in explosives and hazardous materials handling - desirable
• Experience in packaging design, materials and testing – desirable
• Experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent – desirable
• Proficiency in CAD software (example Autodesk Inventor) for designing - desirable
• Supplier management experience - desirable
• Quality management experience - desirable
• Configuration management experience - desirable

Good to Know
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks. 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 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.

The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

We are recognised as a Family Friendly Workplace.

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 applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

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.

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