The Defence and Space Industries
South Australia’s defence and space industries are amongst the fastest growing sectors and play a crucial role in building the state’s economic growth and prosperity.
South Australia’s defence industry is made up of hundreds of innovative businesses that maintain and enhance Australia’s Defence Force capabilities and contribute to international Defence contracts.
As the undisputed national centre of Australia’s emerging space industry, South Australian is home to the Australian Space Agency and over 100 space-related organisations.
You don’t need to be an astronaut or wear a uniform to work in the defence and space industries. All you need is the drive and passion to be part of an innovative, exciting and thriving sector.
Defence
South Australia’s defence industry is responsible for the research, development and production of materials, equipment and facilities for the Army, Navy and Air Force.
Major defence projects are underway in South Australia across naval shipbuilding, systems and cyber.
The defence sector currently represents 4.5 per cent of gross state product.
Thousands of jobs are being created to keep the country’s Defence Force at the cutting edge of capability to protect Australia and its national interests in many areas including:
Search and apply for a job in defence in South Australia.
Space
The state is home to world-class precincts, including the Defence & Space Landing Pad and Lot Fourteen, which provide the ideal collaboration environment for both national and international startups, companies and research institutions.
The South Australian space sector has a target growth rate of 5.8% to 2030, with an equated revenue of $250m and an additional 20,000 jobs.
Careers in the space industry are so much more than astronauts and rocket scientists. A broad variety of jobs are on offer in science and technology and more including:
Search and apply for a job in the South Australian space industry.
