Senior Naval Architect

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.

It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.

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 Benefits

Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance
Annualised Performance Review Process
ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave
Veterans Leave
Novated Lease options
Personal & professional training development opportunities
Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
We are proud to be endorsed as a Work180 Employer and recognised as a Family Friendly Employer

Our Team

Our Above Water Systems team provides engineering & maintenance services to Royal Australian Navy vessels and commercial ships. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our defence partners. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and develop an impactful career with us.

Your Role

Located centrally in Woolloomooloo's Garden Island, on Gadigal land, you will join our Above Water Systems team as a Senior Naval Architect Technical Officer. In this leadership role, you will provide specialist technical advice, lead a team of Naval Architects and Technical Writers, and support the maintenance, repair and configuration management of Royal Australian Navy vessels.

• Lead and mentor Naval Architects and Technical Writers across the RMP-E program
• Review, approve and oversee maintenance work instructions, engineering investigations and technical documentation
• Provide expert advice on ship structures, repairs, configuration changes and maintenance activities
• Support Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) implementations and ensure compliance with naval engineering standards

Your Experience

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

• Degree qualification in Naval Architecture with experience supporting Defence, naval or maritime engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of ship structures, platform systems and applicable naval or class society rules
• Demonstrated problem-solving, root cause analysis and technical decision-making capability
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to lead teams and deliver quality outcomes in a complex environment

Australian Defence Roles & Security

As a Defence 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 – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

We Encourage you to apply

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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