Business description:
Our company is a systems engineering company providing purpose-designed logistics platforms, shelters and systems to multiple industries in Australia and abroad. Working on diverse and challenging projects, our focus is designing and fabricating innovative solutions to meet our customers’ unique requirements. Having delivered over A$120 million worth of projects in the defence, emergency services, mining and resources sectors, our past projects include the ISO 1C Flatracks and Cargo Gate Kits, the Container Roll-Out Warehousing System (CROWS™), transportable cyclone shelters, and reconfigurable modular training facilities.
As an intern with our company, you will be exposed to all aspects of the engineering process from specifications, scheduling and costing, to resolving engineering design and test issues, assessing and executing design changes and drawing releases. You will liaise with fabricators and suppliers in Australia and internationally, and learn the process of production documentation, test reports and FEA analysis.
Projects / tasks:
The intern will develop a well-rounded understanding and gain experience in mechanical design by working on projects that will be focused around our current and projected Defence projects.
Technical skills:
Solid works CAD program, MS Office based programs.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Research skills, ability to identify the requirements of the task, report writing, ability to liaise effectively with other staff in both the Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
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:
Our company designs and manufactures maritime handling systems predominantly for defence application and in particular for Australia on the Collins Class Submarine. We look after the refurbishment, sustainment and upgrade of the MTS equipment within Australia.
Projects / tasks:
- Design of jigs and fixtures
- Problem resolution (Problem Reports)
- Developing engineering process documentation
- Reviewing Survey Reports
Technical skills:
- Basic CAD skills Problem solving skills
- Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel, Visio etc.) Good written and verbal communication skills
Intern interpersonal qualities:
- Working collaboratively in small teams Desire to solve problems
- Self-motivated
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:
Our company is a locally owned and operated consulting company based in Medowie, NSW near RAAF Base Williamtown. We specialise in providing project, engineering, logistics, commercial test and evaluation and maintenance management service. Our core focus is providing services to the Department of Defence while also supporting the private sector with project management and business improvement support.
Projects / tasks:
The intern will be undertaking the second stage of the Autonomous Passive Surveillance and Tracking project. Our 2022-2023 interns completed the first stage of this project.
The second stage of the project aims to extend the current capabilities to include a decentralised system to enable processing on the edge. Developing a platform agnostic user-facing interface to allow the system to perform various tasks around the saving, retrieving, and playing back of recorded media when the system has been triggered.
The continuation of the project could include:
- Development of Passive Sensor Technology
- Develop a working Machine Vision model
- Develop a working machine learning computer algorithm (Data Mining)
- Develop systems for Autonomously piloted vehicles
Technical skills:
Familiarity programming in Python, C++, and MATLAB languages.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Together with strong communication skills, we seek individuals who are optimistic, flexible and resilient; a proactive problem solver who shows passion and determination, ownership, pride and loyalty. Someone who is a caring team builder and loves to learn. These are the values held and practiced by our company on a daily basis and are more important than specific subject matter expertise.
Business description:
Our company is an Australian engineering company that designs and develops systems for defence applications in the area of underwater acoustics. This includes sonar systems, acoustic analysis tools and recording systems which are supplied to Australian and foreign defence forces. We are also engaged in R&D programs related to this domain.
Projects / tasks:
The intern would be involved in projects and tasks such as:
- Development projects in the areas of acoustic processing systems for defence.
- Complex system integration and test activities including sensor simulation/stimulation.
Technical skills:
Software Engineering – C++, Python and Operating Systems
Systems Engineering – Simulation and System Verification
Intern interpersonal qualities:
- Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
- Self-management – can plan own tasks and align with given priorities effectively.
- Technical ownership – committed to finding the optimal technical solution and committed to quality output.
Business description:
We work with projects from inception through to commercialisation of our products. We are responsible for producing designs that guide our manufacturing process to achieve a quality product.
Projects / tasks:
Electronics design, assembly and testing, loom design and testing, software development and testing, vehicle testing and documentation writing.
Technical skills:
Basic understanding of electrical principles and programming experience. Hands-on skills such as soldering, cabling and mechanical assembly would be helpful but not a deal-breaker. Ideally mechatronics/electrical/software engineering student.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Have a willingness to learn and participate in projects with a positive attitude. Works well in a team environment but also independently. Be a problem solver and have the ability to accept and learn from team communication.
Business description:
Our company is a venture-backed rocket company based in Qld, Australia that is developing new launch vehicles and satellites powered by lower-cost hybrid propulsion technologies.
Projects / tasks:
There are a wide range of workplans available from working on the integration, testing, development and verification of Avionics, Software, Electrical and GNC for rocket operations, to ground software initiatives for our launch site, to calibration for our G-Sat, to mechanical ground support for the design and running of rockets and working in manufacturing to support the Mechanical Department, in accordance with ethical, and legislative frameworks.
Technical skills:
Depending on the task, the interns’ skills would vary. It would be an expectation that each candidate possesses a:
- Be in their final year of study or recently completed their studies
- Capacity to read, understand and follow internal policies and legislative requirements
- Capacity to work both autonomously and as part of a team
- Familiarity with generic IT systems with the ability to be able to find or research information as required
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in its highest regard
- Confidence to evaluate projects and make recommendations as seen fit
However pursuant to each area, the intern would also be required and expected to possess some of the technical skills relevant to their area:
Launch Operations- Ground Systems Software
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- Willingness to learn about test systems, functional testing, and performance testing
- Willingness to learn about software, hardware, and systems engineering
- Capacity to work through challenges and failures in the product testing process
Mechanical- Mechanical/Mechatronic & Sub-orbital- Mechanical & GSAT
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- Willingness to learn on how to collect appropriate requirements for use in design of rocket development
- Ability to understand how to develop a conceptual design and modelling
- Engineering analysis skills
- Understanding of how to interpret PDR deliverables
- Exposure to the production of drawings suitable for manufacturing
- Understanding of how design choices may affect construction processes
- Willingness to learn about manufacturing including supply chain and logistics for projects and manufacturability assessments
- Willingness to learn how to operate mechanical ground support equipment in support of integration activities
Mission Management- Mechanical
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- Basic research skills
- Ability to employ critical thinking
- Willingness to learn about Mechanical design tools, processes and systems including CAD
- Engineering analysis skills
- Ability to read and interpret varied reports
- Effective communication skills for the purpose of developing relationships with varied persons
SEGA- Avionics/ Electrical & SEGA- Software/GNC & Mission Management- Avionics/ GNC
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- Willingness to learn about test systems, functional testing, and performance testing
- Willingness to learn project planning systems, modelling and simulation tools
- Willingness to learn about software, hardware, and systems engineering
- Capacity to work through challenges and failures in the product testing process
- Willingness to gain experience with User software including engaging with products, user stories and roadmaps
GSAT- Machine learning/AI
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- Basic research skills
- Ability to employ critical thinking
- Willingness to learn about Machine learning and AI and how these can be applied to satellite manufacturing, operation and design
- Develop skills to work through challenges and failures in the product testing process
- Ability to summarize and communicate information
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Well presented, good communication skills with the ability to work individually as well as in a team environment.
Mechanical:
High academic achievements, the involvement in rocketry and formula SAE clubs, as well as the completion of technical projects in their own time.
Launch Operations, Software:
A member of a software engineering club
Business description:
Our company develops an engineering software called MADe (the Maintenance Aware Design environment).
MADe is a model-based engineering decision support solution that provides the integrated analyses required to conduct engineering risk management.
MADe digitizes RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety) and CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) analysis to optimise the design and sustainment of complex, mission / safety-critical systems.
Projects / tasks:
Development of the MADe software solution including but not limited to:
- Research and specification of defined analyses and processes for safety analysis based on international standards into defined functionality and workflows
- Specification of analysis outputs to industry standards to ensure compliance
- Validation of functionality and usability of the process
Technical skills:
Ideally, candidates will have completed subjects on control systems theory.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Communication skills are important, rapid knowledge acquisition / application capability, preferably 4th year students that could transition to FTE upon completion of internship.
Business description:
We provide product design/development, engineering, certification and manufacturing services for the general aviation and Defence industries, with a current specific focus on mid-size multi-functional UAV design.
Projects / tasks:
CAD, concept design, spreadsheet calculations, manufacturing assembly, work order generation, quality inspection. Hands on Machining and assy of composite and metallic parts.
Technical skills:
Any or all of : CAD, 3D modelling, understanding of numerical analysis (CFD / FEA), machine programming (eg CNC) practical skills, flight skills (UAV)
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Team player, strong work ethic