Overview

An Electrical Engineer in the defence and space industry designs, develops, and tests electrical systems and components for aircraft, spacecraft, and military equipment.

The role focuses on power generation, distribution, and control systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency in critical applications. Work involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate advanced technologies and meet stringent safety and performance standards in complex environments.

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Required Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Project Management
  • Electrical Design
  • Planning
  • Writing
  • Organisational Skills

Occupation Info

Electrical Engineers in South Australia earn an average weekly salary of approximately $2,187.

Source: National Careers Institute.

As an Electrical Engineer, you may consider specialising as an Electrical Design Engineer, Grid Connection Engineer, Power System Engineer or Renewable Energy Engineer.

A bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with a major in electrical engineering is required.

Postgraduate studies are common.

Membership with Electrical Energy Society of Australia (EESA) is common.

  • Career Story

    Career growth on the radar for Emily

    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.

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