Principle Technical Advisor - Energetics Research

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-06 → 2026-10-22

HybridCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead strategy and implementation for new and existing energetics products, serving as the technical authority for defence munitions and explosive ordnance systems.

Role type

Principal Technical Advisor (Energetics Strategy & R&D)

Builds

High-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems for defence and commercial uses

Domain

Defence industry + Energetics/Propellants

Required skills

Energetics materials expertise, Corporate strategy, Project management, Systems engineering, Risk management, Defence project governance

Preferred skills

Academic and SME partnerships, Emerging technology trends

Technologies

Systems engineering tools, Risk management frameworks

Responsibilities

Define and execute R&D roadmaps for energetics technology, Serve as technical authority ensuring regulatory compliance and safety, Lead capture and bid activities translating client requirements into proposals, Build partnerships to capitalise on emerging opportunities

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship

About Thales

Thales has a vacancy for a Project Coordinator (Program) supports the Project Manager (PM) and the PMO Manager by coordinating a wide range of day to day project activities, ensuring work is carried out effectively and that project actions impacting progress are tracked and followed through. Within the AJISS program, the Project Coordinator will perform assigned program coordination activities, support the PM in project activities to achieve successful completion, and coordinate internal and external teams while acting as a key liaison across stakeholders to ensure alignment with program objec