About Defence Industry
More than a job, it’s a calling.
Imagine finishing each working day filled with pride in what you have accomplished. That’s just one of the unique attributes of working within our defence industry. It’s not about joining the armed forces, it’s about developing world-leading technology for next-generation submarines, cyber defence systems, spacecraft design and mission operations. You’ll be solving complex challenges and contributing to a safer and more stable world for generations to come.
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The defence and space industries offer diverse career opportunities, where any skillset or personal interest can be applied to find a rewarding pathway. While a large portion of our defence and space industries workforce will come from South Australia’s student ranks, particularly STEM, it’s not just science-oriented people that are needed.
Just like a business in any other sector or industry, defence and space companies rely on a huge number of skillsets, including everything from accounting to IT, project management to marketing. Tradespeople and apprentices are also in high demand, so discover your career path today!
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