About ASC
ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
Please note, this advert is for South Australian based roles only.
ASC’s Graduate Program:
ASC’s Graduate Program commencing in January or July 2027 is a structured 2-year program, where you will rotate through several specialist areas across the business in Osborne, South Australia, allowing you to understand submarines, inside and out.
As a graduate at ASC, you will be working on unique, challenging and interesting projects. You will be provided with all the tools, mentoring, and experience required to excel through the program, with access to a cutting-edge team of specialists and expert leadership to guide you throughout.
Our program will challenge you, broaden your knowledge, and provide opportunities to build networks and grow personally and professionally within a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive culture. You will build your knowledge on submarines through on-the-job training, engaged as part of the team, plus offsite training and development days, setting the foundation for your career in defence.
Following successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to continue your career within your preferred specialist department.
About You
We are on the lookout for our next team of Engineering Graduates with a completed Bachelor Degree in one of the following Engineering disciplines or equivalent:
- Electrical: Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronic, Aerospace (Electrical)
- Mechanical: Mechanical, Mechatronic, Aerospace, Marine and Offshore, Manufacturing
- Structural: (Mechanical Stress Analysis): Aerospace, Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering, Maritime: Naval Architecture, Civil
- Naval Architecture: Naval Architecture
ASC Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work-life balance
- 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
- Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community
- Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save
- Diversity focused workplace, proudly endorsed by Work180.
- Successful interstate Graduate Engineer applicants will also be eligible for relocation assistance.
Eligibility and Requirements
This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.
Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
About ASC
Established in 1985, ASC’s 3000-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today. It has never been a more exciting time to come on board!
Any questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]
