Graduate Engineer - Naval and Maritime

About the role

Leidos Australia's Gibbs & Cox team provides naval and marine engineering expertise for Australia's maritime enterprise, supporting major naval programs and emerging maritime technologies across ship design, engineering, systems integration, acquisition and sustainment. This graduate role lets you contribute to the team by supporting the design and development of naval and maritime platforms, systems and engineering solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Support the design and development of naval and maritime platforms, systems and engineering solutions.
• Support engineering analysis, calculations, modelling, technical drawings, documents and reviews under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Work collaboratively across naval architecture, mechanical, electrical, systems and other engineering disciplines to solve technical problems and develop practical design solutions.
• Build technical capability through exposure to complex maritime projects, customers and the broader engineering lifecycle.

Required profile

• A completed or near-completed Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• A strong interest in naval, maritime or defence engineering and a desire to develop a career in the sector.
• An Australian citizen, holding or eligible to obtain NV1 security clearance.
• Roles may be subject to ITAR requirements, which can limit dual nationals of certain countries or require U.S. Persons Abroad authorisation for dual Australian-U.S. citizens.

Required skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD drawing and modelling, with a high quality standard and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, applying engineering fundamentals to practical design and integration challenges.
• Communication and teamwork skills, with a willingness to learn, take initiative and work in multidisciplinary teams.

What we offer

• Up to 12 Life Days of additional leave each year.
• Support for learning, development and relevant certifications.
• Opportunities to work across programs, domains and emerging technologies.
• Career pathways that can evolve with your interests and ambitions.

The hiring process starts with a conversation with the Talent Acquisition team, followed by an interview with the hiring manager or panel and any role-specific assessment or customer step. Applications are made through the Apply Now button with your resume.