Job Description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

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.

Benefits @ Thales:

• ThalesFlex – flexible working is our everyday
• Fitness Passport discount
• Employee discounts with a range of partners (travel, car hire, tech, and more)
• Modernised paid parental leave
• Novated lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents At Work
  

Our Team:

Our Above Water Systems team designs and engineers commercial and naval ships – as well as providing in-service support capabilities. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our Navy. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and move as they make a meaningful contribution to Australia’s Defence.

The role:

Join our dedicated team as an Electronics Technician in a full-time, permanent role based at Garden Island. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise and innovative mindset to maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance advanced electronic systems critical to naval operations. Collaborate with skilled professionals in a safety-focused, forward-thinking environment where creativity and continuous improvement are highly valued. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and contributing to mission success, we encourage you to apply.

Duties will include:

• Performing comprehensive maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of vessel electronic systems to ensure optimal operational performance.
• Supervise and mentor junior technicians and contractors during system installation, commissioning, and testing activities.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams, helping resolve complex issues throughout project execution.
• Generating clear, detailed technical documentation—including maintenance reports, test procedures, and troubleshooting guides—for electronic systems.
• Oversee minor projects from planning to completion, managing technical direction, resource estimation, scheduling, and progress reporting.
• Conducting system alignment checks and defect investigations during sea acceptance trials to verify reliable performance under operational conditions.
• Foster a customer-focused environment, prioritizing timely and efficient service to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Collaborating closely with Technical Services and Project Control teams, supporting seamless project workflows and timely issue resolution.
• Assisting other teams as needed, adhering to requests and direction from the Technical Services Manager.
  

How about you?

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A certification or diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• The ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a team environment.
• A strong capacity to learn quickly and apply new information and concepts.
• A positive and adaptable attitude, with a willingness to embrace change and grow through new experiences.
• An Advanced Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering will be highly regarded.
• Extensive relevant training, including specialist equipment instruction, together with hands-on experience in the fault diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of electronic equipment and systems in a related technical environment, will be highly regarded.
  

Good to Know:

You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, candidates Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate Australian Government clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

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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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