Field: Engineering & Technical

A keen interest in science and physics in Nishanth Sri Shiva Madhavan’s former school years has paved the way to an exciting career in South Australia's space industry.

Harrison turned his childhood dream of working in space into reality, combining his passion for engineering and sustainability to tackle the challenge of space debris.

Matthew discovered his passion for defence during a scholarship with Defence, Science & Technology Group, realising he didn’t need to join the Defence Force to make an impact.

Shantanu turned his childhood dream of flying into a successful aerospace and defence career. With a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Adelaide, he now leads sustainment projects for the Collins Class Submarine and contributes to the Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessels at ASC.

A natural talent for maths and physics saw Janet Wilson excel in engineering, rising to the top of her class and forging a global career in structural analysis. Her journey proves that with the right skills and determination, the possibilities in the defence industry are infinite.

Jack grew up in the Adelaide Hills with a passion for science and maths, leading him to a career in the defence and space sectors. Now an Electronic Warfare Engineer at Inovor Technologies, he works on enhancing the Royal Australian Navy’s electronic warfare capabilities.

With a passion for maths and physics, Nicola works on radar systems and sovereign hypersonic rocketry. Nicola advocates for women in STEM and encourages others to embrace the vast learning and growth opportunities in the defence industry.

Allan Dias was born in Brazil and, after his father received a job offer, he found himself moving to China during high school. With a fascination for flight and a knock-back from the Brazilian Air [...]

Growing up with a love for astronomy, Naida turned her dream of working in space into reality by studying Mechatronics and Space Engineering. After joining the Australian Youth Aerospace Association, she saw the growing space ecosystem in South Australia, which led her to relocate.

Wanting to take his skills in mechanical engineering to the next level and forge a rewarding career in defence, Cameron made the move to SA to work on one of the nation’s biggest naval shipbuilding projects – the Hunter Class Frigate Program.   

As a young boy James dreamt of being an astronaut and his fascination with space has led to an exciting career as a rocket scientist. He recently made the move to South Australia’s thriving space sector where his career has taken off.

As a young engineering graduate new to defence industry, Emily was eager to move to South Australia to broaden her career horizons in the state’s thriving defence industry.

Farisha has been working in the South Australian space industry for under a year, but is part of a growing constellation of female engineers lighting a successful career path in the sector.

As a young female engineer wanting to work on innovative and cutting-edge technology, Jessica Sharp was excited about the prospect of moving to South Australia to pursue a career in the state’s thriving defence industry sector.