Product Development Engineer

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 Australian Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. Supported by 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.

As a Product Development Engineer you will be responsible for development and trial activities relating to potential new propellants, including the provision of technical advice and support for the transition to manufacture and may provide the same services in support of existing propellants.

Working at our Mulwala site - Wiradjuri land, your role purpose is to -

• Design, develop and validate propellants using appropriate tools and techniques
• Interpret customer requirements and provide design solutions, translating system requirements into actionable solutions
• Conduct prototyping, troubleshooting, trials, tests and demonstrations of the product design
• Create, interpret and analyse Technical Documents
• Identify, assess and manage technical risks and opportunities

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

• Industry experience in a similar role following Systems Engineering practices for Systems and Sub-Systems: Design, Develop & Qualify the Solution
• Must have experience in design and manufacturing environments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Chemistry or related field
• Experience with Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus
• Must be eligible for an Australian defence clearance

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Support to Defence reservists
• Veterans leave
• Fitness Passport Discount – access to a network of gyms across AUS
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (travel, car hire, technical, medical insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal and professional training opportunities
• Sonder – wellbeing and support partner
• Access to a network of the best people (a Nobel Prize winner on our staff list)
• And much more

Good to Know
Please note, security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –

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

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