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BAE Systems Australia has recruited 86 graduates, investing in the next generation of Australia’s defence industry, with the graduates securing roles working on some of the most important defence programs being delivered across Australia.
The recruitment effort reinforces BAE Systems Australia’s commitment to investing in the next generation of Australia’s defence industry workforce — with most employed in Victoria (28) and South Australia (50) supporting the Hunter Class Frigate Program, the Jindalee Operational Radar Network upgrade and the development of new technologies for the Australian Defence Force.
BAE Systems Australia chief people officer Angela Wiggins said: “Our early career programs open the door for young people to a long and diverse career with opportunities to move between projects, across states or countries as they build experience.
“There is high demand right across Australia for engineers, project managers and technologists, as well as trades including boilermakers, electricians, fabricators and aircraft maintainers.”
The remainder will be working across a range of maritime and aerospace sustainment programs and corporate roles in the ACT, NSW, Queensland and Western Australia — 32 per cent of the new graduates are female, reflecting BAE Systems’ commitment to improving diversity in STEM roles.
BAE Systems manufacturing engineering intern Kieran Latter said: “My internship has highlighted the opportunities to be involved in manufacturing on a global scale as part of the Hunter Class Frigate Program at Osborne. Few industries can cater or provide these opportunities to the same depth that working in the defence industry has provided me.”
A further 30 apprentices will join the national defence engineering and technology business later in the year — half of this cohort will begin their careers in advanced manufacturing and aircraft sustainment roles. The other 15 will join the Hunter Class Frigate Program, almost doubling the number of apprentices supporting the delivery of future ships.
As the new graduates start, 57 students will be returning to university after completing their 12-week summer internships with the company.
Next year, the company plans to recruit more than 100 graduates to roles across the Australian business. The three-year graduate program offers the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of technology on a diverse range of projects.
BAE Systems Australia also supports its graduates with tailored technical and personal development training, a supportive and flexible work environment and career mentoring. Applications for roles starting in 2024 will open in March. To find out more about the graduate opportunities, click here.
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