Engineering Specialist Instructor

Thales; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration + super + ann

ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

Fitness Passport discount – Access toa

Employee discounts with a number ofaff

Modernised Paid Parental Leave

Novated Lease options

Job summary

Thales Melbourne, VIC, AU, is seeking an Engineering Specialist Instructor to deliver and develop customer training for CMATS in a testing environment. You will create engaging programs, learning plans, and assessments at our in-house facility, and supply training materials.

You will configure software systems, support simulators, review content for accuracy, and help trainees gain hands-on proficiency. A Defence security clearance is required for this role; Australian citizens eligible to

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment or equivalent.
• Experience delivering software engineering training.
• Experience configuring software systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving system issues.
• Experience in software testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging training programs at our in-house training facility, including course materials, learning plans, and assessments
• Create and update training resources such as presentations, instructor guides, student materials, and practical exercises
• Support the setup and use of training equipment and simulators to deliver effective, hands-on learning
• Review, test, and improve training materials and assessments to keep content accurate and effective

Skills

Training delivery

Software engineering training

Configuring software systems

Troubleshooting

Software testing

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment

Job description

Engineering Specialist Instructor Thales Melbourne, VIC, AU

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.

• Competitive remuneration + super + annual bonus + private medical insurance
• Annualised performance review process
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Fitness Passport discount – Access to a network of gyms across AUS from $15 P/W
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Lease options

Our Team

From take-off to landing, Thales offers the most complete range of solutions to provide dynamic Air Traffic Services to support today's growing domestic and international travel requirements. Utilising this knowledge and experience Thales Australia will deliver a harmonised Civil/Military Air Traffic Management System (OneSKY) in Australia to Airservices Australia and Defence.

This will enable a new level of safety and efficiency, while also reducing delays for the travelling public and providing opportunities to improve environmental outcomes. OneSKY will transform Australia’s sky and we are proud to be partners in its delivery.

Your role

As our Engineering Specialist Instructor you will be responsible for the delivery and development of customer training to support the use of CMATS in a testing environment.

• Develop and deliver engaging training programs at our in‑house training facility, including course materials, learning plans, and assessments
• Create and update training resources such as presentations, instructor guides, student materials, and practical exercises
• Support the setup and use of training equipment and simulators to deliver effective, hands‑on learning
• Review, test, and improve training materials and assessments to keep content accurate and effective

Your experience

• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment or similar
• Experience delivering software engineering training
• Prior experience in configuring software systems
• Experience in trouble shooting and resolving system issues
• Experience in software testing

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role. The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

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.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.