Graduates can bring their unique skills and experiences to make their mark in a world of opportunity at Defence. The research and innovation pathway is where science meets strategy. If a soldier wears it, uses it, eats it, or thinks it, someone in Defence created the science behind it. This pathway offers graduates the chance to work on pioneering projects that shape the future of national security.
Opportunities
While working in a supportive pathway to grow their career, graduates will:
- receive mentorship from experienced experts leading in their field
- get opportunities to contribute to research, innovate, problem solve, and influence emerging technology, initiatives and projects.
Graduates can gain experience across a wide range of disciplines, including:
- engineering
- artificial intelligence and machine learning
- information warfare and computing technologies
- quantum mathematics and physics
- hypersonics and missile defence
- air combat systems - innovate for aerial superiority
- psychology, humanities and social science
- chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear science.
Through their work, graduates may contribute to:
- improving autonomous systems and robotics
- driving automation and predictive capabilities
- improving cyber defence and offence
- exploring next-generation technologies and IT innovation
- understanding human factors and decision-making
- safeguarding against emerging threats.
Eligibility
Applicants for the research and innovation pathway must:
- be an Australian citizen
- have completed an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 8 qualification (bachelor honours degree) or higher equivalent between 1 January 2022 and 31 December 2026
- be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance.