Business description:
Our company is Australia’s most advanced industrial testing services organization of it’s type and a global supplier of safety restraints (seat belts, snatch straps, tow ropes and harnesses).
Projects / tasks:
Project scopes are subject to change. Key projects include;
- Industrial Engineer – Design Phase for establishing new High Volume and Export Production Line, PFMEA, PCPs, etc for Defense Military Restraints. (High Priority Program for local and export contracts ramping up in Sept 2020)
- Materials and/or Mechanical Engineer to work on a Military, FIA Quick Release Buckle and new Safety Belt program. Initial Design concepts completed, prototypes and testing completed against initial design. Design for production is next phase.
- Mechanical testing support including potential test program development and execution. Opportunities exist to work with instrumented Crash Test Dummies and instrumented test equipment; Novel industrial testing for mining, defence, etc.; and dynamic, environment, durability, and vibration test programs for Automotive and Industrial.
Technical skills:
- Prior experience with Solid Works would be advantageous.
- Industrial Engineer, ability to look at existing processes, look at practical automation opportunities. Understanding of the principles Production and Quality Control. Knowledge of PFMEAs, PCPs, Value Stream Mapping, etc. would be advantageous. Needs to be practical in their thinking, and optimise both Manual, Automated and Test operations.
- Materials and/or Mechanical Engineer with good knowledge of material properties and design to withstand dynamic forces. Good problem-solving skills to address the current design deficiencies to overcome current performance failures. Understanding of plastics, metals and glass filled plastics and alternative low weight materials.
- Test Engineers. Skill requirements are relatively open. However, an engineer with Kinematics interest, Physics and mechanical engineering are prime for these roles.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Good communication and report writing skills, collaborative work ethic, can do attitude.
The available roles will best suit an outgoing individual who is self-driven and able to work independently to drive the progress of these projects.
Business description:
Our company engages in the design, manufacture, and marketing of microwave, millimeter-wave, and photonic products for commercial, telecommunications, and aerospace applications. Its microwave products include base band assembly products, microwave receivers, input assembly network products, integrated receiver modules, millimeter-wave down converters, triplex down converters, broadband amplifiers, wideband frequency synthesizers, power amplifiers, RF signal selectors, local oscillator systems, and switched filters. The company also offers custom optical products that are used in EW systems.
Projects / tasks:
The intern may be working on any of our existing design projects depending upon their skills.
Technical skills:
Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical/Software Engineer – with an interest in RF, hardware, mechanical, software disciplines.
Altium, Solidworks, VHDL/Verilog experience would be beneficial.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Solid communication and interpersonal skills and comfortable working in a team environment.
Business description:
Our company is a wholly Australian owned Defence Industry Small to Medium Enterprise (SME) specialising in design, engineering, integration and support of complex high technology electronics and software-intensive systems. Our company designs, develops, manufactures, installs, operates and supports both hardware and software systems, system interfaces and system upgrades. Key areas of experience and expertise include: Developing complex electronics and software systems for key Corporate, Government and Defence clients Leading edge technology solutions for very high performance data acquisition and digital signal processing for real-time applications Contract engineering design services specialising in high performance electronic hardware and software development Long established relationship working with DSTO and Defence Agencies supporting their R&D programs Specialist ILS capabilities to support in- service equipment and systems.
Projects / tasks:
Project #1
JORN Sounders and Transponders (S&T) project goal is to update ionospheric sounders and JORN transponders across Australia. As part of the production of the updated hardware, a rigorous testing will be conducted, including sophisticated RF measurements. The student will take a central role in identifying, developing and implementing the automated testing procedures. The work will include both object-oriented software development for instrument control and signal processing, and hands on experience with electrical and RF measurements.
Project #2
JORN Phase 6 SEA1180 OPV
Land154
AIR5431 – Phase 1
Defence Innovation Hub MROC Sustainment VIGILARE Support
Project #3
Our company has developed a number of products in the fields of Electronic Warfare and Passive Radar. At the core of these products is a highly sensitive multi-channel coherent receiver. As part of the continuous innovation effort, we are exploring new approaches to the receiver design, including a direct conversion topology. A key part of this topology is a switched filter bank, which will cover the full HF, VHF and UHF spectrum. The student will play a central role in developing, implementing and testing this filter bank.
Project #4
PETREL – autonomous aerial vehicle (UAV) based RF system development for calibration of antenna arrays on naval vessels.
Technical skills:
Project #1
Software, C++, source code control
Experience with embedded systems is beneficial
Project #2
SW Engineer; Java and/or C++
Mechanical Engineer: CAD (AutoCad Inventor preferred) Electronics Engineer; Schematic preparation, FPGA coding
Project #3
Analogue design
Experience with electronic CAD will be helpful
Project #4
Mechanical, electronic and RF design skills
Intern interpersonal qualities:
We understand that the world is made of a variety of personalities and l cannot say that there is one particular type that works at our company.
Someone with a good work ethic and a willingness to learn will always go far in life.
Someone who is happy to work in a small multidisciplinary team, pro-active self-learner, interested in developing software engineering skills.
Business description:
Our company is a trusted professional services partner to Defence in the domain of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, and Electronic Warfare (C4ISREW). The company provides specialised expertise to Defence in the areas of capability development, acquisition and implementation, research and development, and operational support.
Projects / tasks:
Romeo Electronic Warfare Operational Support
Mission Data Library development and testing for the MH-60R Romeo Electronic Support Measures system
Radio Frequency Countermeasures Support
Development and validation of radio frequency countermeasures for Australian Defence Force aircraft
Future Advanced Threat Simulator (FATS)
Programming and operations support for the airborne FATS
Multi-channel Active Radar System (MARS)
Performance testing of the Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) MARS test bed.
Technical skills:
Awareness of electromagnetic spectrum concepts and propagation of radio frequency signals
Basic understanding of radio frequency systems for reception (sensing) and transmission (effecting)
Awareness of digital signal processing techniques
Familiarity with MATLAB
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Communication skills: Articulate ideas clearly and actively listen to others.
Adaptability and willingness to learn: Embrace new technologies and challenges.
Teamwork and collaboration: Be a cooperative team player.
Initiative and self-motivation: Take ownership and seek feedback.
Professionalism and reliability: Work ethic and respect confidentiality.
Business description:
We design, manufacture, maintain and support world-leading technology solutions that are purpose-built to survive in the toughest conditions, ensuring they are always performing at their best, when you need them most.
Our team of engineers’ design a broad range of rugged computing hardware and rugged solutions. This can include designing, proof of concept, redesigning, repurposing, and reverse engineering.
We offer a full range of in-house services and expertise to help our clients overcome their complex design and hardware challenges keeping equipment at peak performance for the full product lifecycle.
Products made for defence include: –
- Displays & panel PCs | Consoles |
- Message handling systems | Mission systems |
- Critical communication infrastructure | UPSs
- Submarine control systems | Flight computers & recorders | Bespoke cabinets | Generators & power distribution |
- Modular rackmount systems | ICCP |
- Communication & intercom systems |
- Sensor fusion systems | Quality of life systems |
Projects / tasks:
Types of hands-on experiences, observational and learning opportunities could include: –
- Electronics design and development, assembly and testing
- EMC and environmental testing
- PCB design
- Embedded design
- Collaboration and working with different departments
Day to Day examples: –
- Supporting the development of appropriate solutions with other engineers
- Providing support to engineering and testing
- Participating in daily engineering & production meetings
- Learning about electrical wiring
- PCB design
- Learning about a broad range of prototyping & test equipment
Technical skills:
- Basic electronics troubleshooting skills
- Basics of PCB design
- Experience in using electronics test equipment
- Basics knowledge C, C++
Intern interpersonal qualities:
- Can-do attitude and Willingness to learn
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work effectively in a team environment
- Reliable
Business description:
A business focussed on Automation, Robotics, Vision System and Advanced Sensing. Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.
Projects / tasks:
Robotic Picking and Placing:
Calibrate/configure industrial robot system, calibrate machine vision system, programming algorithm for robot, programming of image processing, system testing.
Sustainable TGU Production:
3D modelling and simulation of system components and process flow, produce engineering drawings, manufacture system components, assembly integration and testing of prototype system.
Technical skills:
Programming in C#, C++, python.
Ability to use CAD, 3D modelling, SolidWorks.
Experience with simulation software or image processing is a positive but not requirement.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Mechatronic or Electrical Engineering Intern. Preferably in their 3rd or 4th year and willing to get involved in a flexible role that may involve a range of disciplines including mechanical, electrical and software engineering.
Business description:
Our company is a growing Defence SME working with industry-leading simulation technology for the Australian Defence Force. Our team encompasses both integrated hardware and software engineers dedicated to developing virtual and mixed reality simulation products to provide enhanced training capability. Our company ensures that an intern will receive well-rounded exposure to all aspects of project development and delivery. We have had great success engaging with the DIIP program and the University of Newcastle’s Work Integrated Learning program for software and mechatronics engineering as well as computer science students. We have hosted several students to date, many of which we have gone onto employ on a full-time basis following their graduation.
Projects / tasks:
Our company will offer two separate simulation hardware projects for potential interns to choose and develop / contribute to:
- Development of a robust generic multi-purpose display (MPD) unit for use on ground-based, fixed-wing and helicopter vehicle simulators.
- Development of a reconfigurable and transportable simulator-in-a-box for use in collective helicopter and fixed-wing vehicle operator training.
Prospective intern(s) will have the freedom to explore and suggest various approaches and methodologies to delivering the projects, all while receiving guidance and support from our experienced engineers and design / workshop managers.
Technical skills:
Listed technical skills are ideal but not required for the achievement of internship or project(s):
- CAD Proficiency (CREO, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)
- PCB Electronics + Board Design (KiCAD, Altium …)
- Embedded C Programming (Arduino, C, C++, …)
- General 3D Printing Proficiency
- Microcontroller backgrounds are particularly useful
Intern interpersonal qualities:
An ideal DIIP intern would be passionate about: simulation electronics, hands on design and prototyping using soldering irons, 3D / resin printing, designing circuits schematics and PCBs. As well as focused on developing robust and intuitive end-user products. An ideal intern should be self-starting and motivated, coupled with being willing to work through engineering problems in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Business description:
Engineering consultancy offering high end engineering analysis services to the global defence, oil & gas, mining, transport and renewable energy sector.
Projects / tasks:
Development of system safety engineering specialist tools in the defence industry.
Technical skills:
Nothing specific, we will provide any necessary training.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Good problem solving and communication skills.
Business description:
We design and manufacture the most affordable metal Additive Manufacturing (3D printing) process in the world. Our printers make metal parts the fastest way possible.
Projects / tasks:
Depending on skills, tasks include
- Electrical design of 3D printers, parts and accessories
- Software development
- Manufacture and testing of sample parts using our metal printing technology
Technical skills:
Good electrical knowledge and/or software skills
Intern interpersonal qualities:
We require someone self-motivated with an interested in 3D printing and a desire to learn and grow.
Business description:
Manufacture of countermeasure devices for defense contracts.
Projects / tasks:
Design, development and commissioning of countermeasure test and breakdown equipment.
Implementation of Computerized Maintenance Management System.
Design of countermeasures production equipment.
Assessment of disposal / material recycling processes.
Technical skills:
Excel, word, PowerPoint and Inventor.
Intern interpersonal qualities:
Self-motivated, team player, shows initiative with competitive nature.