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Our Australian Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. Supported by ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.
The Industrial Methods and Flow Engineer develops and enhances strategies and solutions for integrating and testing products and systems in close collaboration with the Product Architect and the Industrialisation Work Package Manager.
This role ensures that the manufacturing processes fully consider all industrial constraints until the production launch and the continued support for the manufacturing of propellants, explosives, and munitions for both defence and commercial purposes
Working at our Benalla site on Yorta Yorta land, your role purpose is –
Ensure that production processes, equipment and tools are defined, implemented and optimised
Define the testing and burn-in strategy for equipment and subassemblies
Ensure that industrial issues are addressed in product production
Develop test and control plans and procedures for production equipment
Minimizing risk and ensuring compliance in environmental safety and HSE
Championing and implementing sustainability and emissions reduction initiatives as needed
On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:
Relevant tertiary qualification, supported by experience of industrialisation processes
Extensive knowledge of production processes in a manufacturing environment, including product-specific manufacturing processes
Demonstrated ability to establish or maintain an industrialized product manufacturing process and associated technical and manufacturing data packs
Basic knowledge of stock management and process flow management methodologies
Proven capability in conducting root cause analysis of product defects and implementing corrective actions
Proficiency in analytical and problem-solving techniques
Must be eligible for an Australian defence clearance
As part of our Commitment, we offer:
Competitive remuneration + Super
ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
Support to Defence reservists
Veterans leave
Fitness Passport Discount – access to a network of gyms across AUS
Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (travel, car hire, tech, medical insurance)
Modernised Paid Parental Leave
Novated lease options
Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
Personal & professional training opportunities
Sonder – Wellbeing and Support Partner
Access to a network of the best people (a Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!)
And much more!
Good to Know
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You must be able to hold a Baseline Defence Clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.
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