Business description:

Design, prototype and productise innovative new technologies that support systems-testing and Defence training.

Includes uncrewed ground robots, projectile locating systems, thermal signature generation and many more.

Projects / tasks:

We currently have >10 mechanical / software / electronic projects that you can select from, or work with our engineering team to come up with your own.

The focus for each is on innovative technology that benefits the military training environment and is in line with our strategic direction. Due to the commercially sensitive nature of our work, the specific project titles can be discussed upon application.

Like all our innovations, your time at our headquarters will be exciting, relevant, cutting-edge, and provide you with valuable experience that you can apply practically to all engineering domains. Our team is dynamic, experienced and fun.

Technical skills:

SolidWorks, Altium Designer, C / C++ / C#, Python, Javascript, Arduino Studio, Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio, Platform IO, Github

Intern interpersonal qualities:

• Clear description of roles and responsibilities, project scope, timelines and constraints.
• Clear expectations on goals
• Regular meets with Manager to discuss progress, challenges and upcoming tasks
• Ongoing discussion regarding any specific skills that applicant wishes to develop, and adjusting goals to align where possible
• Provide an accessible, approachable and supportive environment between the successful applicant and key staff
• Informal discussion / mentoring with focus on career goals for the successful applicant

Business description:

We produce and deliver secure voice communication system solutions for mission-critical Defence applications. Our engineers do all the system/software/hardware requirement analysis, design, development, building, integration and testing in-house to develop and tailor our highly configurable product according to each customer’s needs and requirements. The product incorporates a wide range of technologies such as IT/Linux, radio & telephony interfaces, analog and digital audio, IP networking, VoIP and cybersecurity.

Projects / tasks:

Software:

The intern would be working with our Software (and Software Test) Engineers on real projects, to help develop and test our voice communication system solutions to customers. Depending on the project/phase, this could be:

• building a system (physically setting up, interconnecting and configuring IT/electronics/software/hardware subsystems).
• validating systems and software design (reviewing documentation to ensure software and systems requirements are covered in test).
• installing system operating environments and application software
• testing (running functional sanity tests, verifying defects have been fixed, and running test procedures to verify system and software requirements – everything from telephony and radio call functionality to system monitoring, logging, recording, cybersecurity, etc.).
• troubleshooting or technical investigation tasks.

The intern will also attend some in-house training sessions on our product, technologies, and/or systems and software engineering processes, as relevant to their taskings.

Systems:

The intern would be working working with our Systems Engineers on real projects, to help develop and deliver our voice communication system solutions to customers. Depending on the project/phase, this could be:

• building a system (physically setting up, interconnecting and configuring IT/electronics/software/hardware subsystems).
• documenting the system design (creating diagrams, updating user manuals & system setup procedures).
• testing (verifying hardware and interfaces are functional, verifying defects have been fixed, and running test procedures to verify system requirements – everything from telephony and radio call functionality to system monitoring, logging, recording, cybersecurity, etc.).
• packing & documenting equipment for shipment to site.
• troubleshooting or technical investigation tasks.

The intern will also attend some in-house training sessions on our product, technologies, and/or systems engineering processes, as relevant to their taskings.

Technical skills:

Software:

• A demonstrated knowledge of IT and proficiency in PC skills including hardware and/or software installation or configuration. Ideally, this would include experience with the Linux command line interface, installing Linux or Windows operating systems, and/or virtual machines.
• An understanding of C++ or similar object orientated programing language.
• IP networking fundamentals
• Experience with electronics, analog audio, telephony, radio or cybersecurity is helpful but not essential.

Systems:

• A demonstrated knowledge of IT and proficiency in PC skills including hardware and/or software installation or configuration. Ideally, this would include experience with the Linux command line interface, installing Linux or Windows operating systems, and/or virtual machines.
• CAD, e.g. Visio or draw.io for creation of diagrams
• IP networking fundamentals
• Experience with electronics, analog audio, telephony, radio or cybersecurity is helpful but not essential.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The ideal intern will be curious and detail oriented, keen to learn and apply new technologies and engineering processes. They should also enjoy collaborative work – wanting to learn from others, share information and be part of a team.

Business description:

Our company delivers above the line and below the line solutions. We specialise in creating integrated project and product teams for clients in a range of markets, by assisting companies integrate digital platforms into their business to foster and promote collaboration.

Projects / tasks:

Innovation Projects – The intern would be participating in developing technologies for design projects within small agile teams. This would include tasking such as:

• Research
• Software development
• 3-D modelling and printing
• Prototype development
• Technical documentation
• Participation in technical and design reviews
• Participation in client meetings

Technical skills:

This depends on the intern’s engineering specialty but could include:

• Software coding
• 2d and 3d CAD modelling
• Systems engineering
• Mechanical and/or electrical design

Intern interpersonal qualities:

High level of communication skills are desirable with an ability to work in a team and willingness to learn.

Business description:

The company is a technology leader in digital supply chain, robotics and engineering. With a focus on Sense & Respond Logistics, we look to improve efficiencies in Reload, Rearm and Resupply activities for Defence and commercial industry.

The company offers project management, engineering, integrated logistics support (ILS) and product development across a variety of technologies and domains.

The company’s aim is to develop innovative solutions for the next generation supply chain.

Projects / tasks:

Autonomous Munitions Handling:

• Mechatronic modification of an automated conveyor to increase (mock) ammunition load storage capacity
• Development of AI and machine learning suites (e.g., neural networks, training algorithms, data science, point cloud manipulation) for computer vision and perception systems applications
• System requirements writing and management of testing for verification and validation of design
• Design of proposed new ammunition packaging for use with robotic manipulators
• Integration of robotic controller for manipulation of end-effectors and robotic arms
• Product solution evaluation and procurement
• Involvement with end-to-end robotic design and integration

Autonomous Resupply Vehicle:

• Integration of multiple systems on a future autonomous ARV (ammunition resupply vehicle)
• Working with emerging robotic technology and design
• Design of proposed new ammunition packaging for use with ARVs

Technical skills:

• CAD programming preferably SolidWorks)
• Programming exposure (preferably Python/C++)
• Web development (JavaScript/HTML/CSS)
• MS Office based programs & report writing
• Basic understanding of electrical/mechanical systems and design

Intern interpersonal qualities:

The intern needs to have a passion for technology and be naturally curious. They will be willing to learn and enjoy solving problems with technology.

Business description:

Development of Software Systems for Command and Control of Electronic Radio Frequency Sensors and Systems.

Projects / tasks:

Integrated into an Agile Software Development team being part of the design and development of Electronic Warfare software capabilities. This project leverages Cloud Native Computing technologies, the student will be exposed to state-of-the-art and industry standard libraries and technologies

Technical skills:

Web development technologies (e.g. JavaScript, Angular, Bootstrap, HTML5, CSS and Java).

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Ability to work through problems autonomously and willingness to learn new packages/frameworks as required. Some experience with scientific computing is required, whether through coursework or personal learning.

Business description:

We are a technology-driven company who has achieved worldwide success with its pipeline of deep-tech innovations that have aligned the company with growing new technologies around the world. Our products are found on everything from high-altitude pseudo-satellites, to 2000m below the sea, through to numerous scientific, Defence and industrial applications. Our interns will learn what is needed to be successful in the global high-tech design and manufacturing industries.

We have R&D, Production, Customer Support and Sales all under one roof. We are also unusual in that our Software and Hardware Directors are world-leading experts in their respective fields. Our intern will have day-to-day interactions and coaching with and by them and our multidisciplinary team, mentoring them on the standards that must be met to develop world-leading technologies.

We have a deep commitment to the development of our people, especially interns. We have now hired several outstanding individuals at the end of their internship and take tremendous pride in inculcating strong engineering values.

Projects / tasks:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Technical skills:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

For all of the possible roles we are looking for people that are passionate about robotics, automation and solving big problems.

For mechanical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about mechanical engineering / mechatronics, hands on design (solidworks), hands on prototyping, documenting designs (drawings & specifications) and outcomes from development testing.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For mechatronic and electronic/electrical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about electronics, hands on design, hands on prototyping using soldering irons, simulations circuits using LTSpice, designing circuits schematics and printed circuit boards with Altium.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For software engineering opportunities:

• The main quality for the software team is a demonstrated hobby for anything software. It is usually illustrated by a Github profile with a couple of interesting. repositories. We are not looking for “tutorial” repositories (i.e. TODO app in React) but quirky projects developed for the sake of the beauty in software, technology, and/or problem-solving.

For embedded software engineering opportunities:

• Applicants showing personal drive and an ambition to better themselves in embedded software development. This can be shown by personal projects, involvement in things like Robotics Clubs, Motorsport teams or other similar groups.

For optics/photonics engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern for the Photonics team will have a background in optics and photonics, and who is passionate about using lasers to measure things. An interest in telecommunications, optical fiber sensing, LiDAR, or interferometry is desirable.
• Experience with modeling and simulations in Matlab, Python, Zemax, or C will be highly regarded. We employ a model-based design approach to photonic system development where computational models and simulations play an integral role.
• The intern must be passionate about working with photonic and optical systems and should have experience working with conventional test and measurement hardware (e.g., oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.).

Business description:

Our company supplies innovative products and solutions in the Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare (ISREW) domain. We deliver projects using a tailored engineering process to meet demanding functional and performance requirements and client expectations. Central to our value proposition is our ability to work closely with our clients and blend Science and Technology (S&T), innovation and reliable engineering principles to ensure our solutions maintain the edge. Our background and pedigree in working with the Department of Defence has enabled us to establish a strong S&T capability across the aerospace, land and maritime domains.

Projects / tasks:

We are currently delivering a simulation project into Defence that allows for the analysis of behaviours, responses, and performance of humans under test in simulated battlefield scenarios. Interns will be working on a research and development project related closely to the simulation project. The outcome of this R&D project is to implement additional functionality within the system allowing for the analysis of human physiological attributes. Interns will be responsible for the research of human physiological attributes which can be measured and analysed, and the implementation, integration and testing of software and hardware within the system.

Technical skills:

• Software Development skills – C++/Python
• Software Engineering Principles – Design, Integration, Implementation, Test
• Operating Systems – Windows

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Demonstrated teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills coupled with a strong desire to learn.

Business description:

We are a technology-driven company who has achieved worldwide success with its pipeline of deep-tech innovations that have aligned the company with growing new technologies around the world. Our products are found on everything from high-altitude pseudo-satellites, to 2000m below the sea, through to numerous scientific, Defence and industrial applications. Our interns will learn what is needed to be successful in the global high-tech design and manufacturing industries.

We have R&D, Production, Customer Support and Sales all under one roof. We are also unusual in that our Software and Hardware Directors are world-leading experts in their respective fields. Our intern will have day-to-day interactions and coaching with and by them and our multidisciplinary team, mentoring them on the standards that must be met to develop world-leading technologies.

We have a deep commitment to the development of our people, especially interns. We have now hired several outstanding individuals at the end of their internship and take tremendous pride in inculcating strong engineering values.

Projects / tasks:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Technical skills:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

For all of the possible roles we are looking for people that are passionate about robotics, automation and solving big problems.

For mechanical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about mechanical engineering / mechatronics, hands on design (solidworks), hands on prototyping, documenting designs (drawings & specifications) and outcomes from development testing.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For mechatronic and electronic/electrical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about electronics, hands on design, hands on prototyping using soldering irons, simulations circuits using LTSpice, designing circuits schematics and printed circuit boards with Altium.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For software engineering opportunities:

• The main quality for the software team is a demonstrated hobby for anything software. It is usually illustrated by a Github profile with a couple of interesting. repositories. We are not looking for “tutorial” repositories (i.e. TODO app in React) but quirky projects developed for the sake of the beauty in software, technology, and/or problem-solving.

For embedded software engineering opportunities:

• Applicants showing personal drive and an ambition to better themselves in embedded software development. This can be shown by personal projects, involvement in things like Robotics Clubs, Motorsport teams or other similar groups.

For optics/photonics engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern for the Photonics team will have a background in optics and photonics, and who is passionate about using lasers to measure things. An interest in telecommunications, optical fiber sensing, LiDAR, or interferometry is desirable.
• Experience with modeling and simulations in Matlab, Python, Zemax, or C will be highly regarded. We employ a model-based design approach to photonic system development where computational models and simulations play an integral role.
• The intern must be passionate about working with photonic and optical systems and should have experience working with conventional test and measurement hardware (e.g., oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.).

Business description:

We are a technology-driven company who has achieved worldwide success with its pipeline of deep-tech innovations that have aligned the company with growing new technologies around the world. Our products are found on everything from high-altitude pseudo-satellites, to 2000m below the sea, through to numerous scientific, Defence and industrial applications. Our interns will learn what is needed to be successful in the global high-tech design and manufacturing industries.

We have R&D, Production, Customer Support and Sales all under one roof. We are also unusual in that our Software and Hardware Directors are world-leading experts in their respective fields. Our intern will have day-to-day interactions and coaching with and by them and our multidisciplinary team, mentoring them on the standards that must be met to develop world-leading technologies.

We have a deep commitment to the development of our people, especially interns. We have now hired several outstanding individuals at the end of their internship and take tremendous pride in inculcating strong engineering values.

Projects / tasks:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Technical skills:

Tasks involving development, manufacturing and operation of subsea navigation equipment and robotics.

OR

Tasks involving the design, testing and manufacturing of inertial navigation systems and associated systems.

OR

Tasks involving the design, test and manufacture of optical navigation systems.

Intern interpersonal qualities:

For all of the possible roles we are looking for people that are passionate about robotics, automation and solving big problems.

For mechanical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about mechanical engineering / mechatronics, hands on design (solidworks), hands on prototyping, documenting designs (drawings & specifications) and outcomes from development testing.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For mechatronic and electronic/electrical engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern would be passionate about electronics, hands on design, hands on prototyping using soldering irons, simulations circuits using LTSpice, designing circuits schematics and printed circuit boards with Altium.
• We match the work to the level of the intern but they must be excited about working in a R&D hardware team that designs Subsea products.

For software engineering opportunities:

• The main quality for the software team is a demonstrated hobby for anything software. It is usually illustrated by a Github profile with a couple of interesting. repositories. We are not looking for “tutorial” repositories (i.e. TODO app in React) but quirky projects developed for the sake of the beauty in software, technology, and/or problem-solving.

For embedded software engineering opportunities:

• Applicants showing personal drive and an ambition to better themselves in embedded software development. This can be shown by personal projects, involvement in things like Robotics Clubs, Motorsport teams or other similar groups.

For optics/photonics engineering opportunities:

• An ideal intern for the Photonics team will have a background in optics and photonics, and who is passionate about using lasers to measure things. An interest in telecommunications, optical fiber sensing, LiDAR, or interferometry is desirable.
• Experience with modeling and simulations in Matlab, Python, Zemax, or C will be highly regarded. We employ a model-based design approach to photonic system development where computational models and simulations play an integral role.
• The intern must be passionate about working with photonic and optical systems and should have experience working with conventional test and measurement hardware (e.g., oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.).

Business description:

Drone manufacturing company designing, manufacturing, integrating and flight testing powered-lift UAVs. We are an advanced manufacturing company based in Sydney, with all the in-house capabilities to provide full-service UAV solutions.

Projects / tasks:

• Software development of autopilot PCB design and build
• Designing components for 3D printing Installing avionics
• Subsystem and system testing
• Advanced manufacturing

Technical skills:

Mechatronics Engineering
Software engineering

Intern interpersonal qualities:

Good communication skills