Careers

Our people

At HDA, our people make the difference. Here, you'll find a team as varied as the challenges we overcome. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, skilled tradesperson, dedicated engineer, veteran or emerging talent, every individual brings a unique story, and contributes to a community built on respect, integrity and a shared commitment to excellence. Here, you’re not just joining an organisation.

You’re becoming part of a team where your skills are valued, your contributions make a tangible impact and your story helps shape the future of Australia’s defence.

Life at HDA

At HDA, our people are at the core of our mission and our most valuable asset. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a new job - you’re joining a dedicated community built on support, teamwork, and mutual respect. Here you’ll get to experience:

Our benefits

When you join HDA, you’ll be part of a team that’s not only shaping Australia’s sovereign capability but one that supports you along the way. With flexible work, a wellness- first approach, development pathways, and benefits designed for you and your family, we ensure you’re ready, reliable and supported at every step of your career.

Meet our people

Discover what it's really like to be part of HDA through the voices of our team.

Their stories showcase the everyday commitment to excellence, teamwork and the pride of building Australia’s defence future. Dive into their experiences and see how your skills, dedication, and unique perspective can help shape a secure, innovative tomorrow.

Read more from our team and their experience at HDA

Their stories showcase the everyday commitment to excellence, teamwork and the pride of building Australia’s defence future. Dive into their experiences and see how your skills, dedication, and unique perspective can help shape a secure, innovative tomorrow.

Meaningful work with national impact: You’ll find it with us
Want to contribute to something that really matters? At Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA), you’ll work on vital projects that directly support Australia's defence future. What’s more, you’ll work alongside a team that’s invested in this mission as much as you are. Hear from three of our people about the pride and meaning they’ve found in their roles with HDA.
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A culture built on care? Yes please!
Imagine a defence industry company with a genuine, forward-thinking, collaborative culture; one where you’ll instantly feel welcome and find the support you need. At Hanwha Defence Australia (HDA), you’ll discover that and much more. But don’t take our word for it - hear what our people have to say.
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Where wellbeing matters: Why Michelle chooses Hanwha Defence Australia
At HDA, safety is everyone’s business. But as our Workplace Health and Safety Senior Advisor, Michelle thinks about it more than most! Warm, caring and deeply invested in her teammates’ wellbeing, Michelle is responsible for health and safety across our expansive Hanwha Armoured vehicle Centre of Excellence (H-ACE). It’s a challenging role that Michelle has truly made her own.
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Supporting our service personnel: Why Matthew chooses Hanwha Defence Australia
Matthew, Capability Analyst, is deeply invested in seeing Hanwha Defence Australia’s first major projects delivered. As a former artilleryman in the Australian Defence Force, he knows just how much difference our cutting-edge Armoured Fighting Vehicles will make. Since joining us in 2024, Matthew has dived headfirst into understanding complex systems and, importantly, he’s loving it.
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Growth, opportunity and big beasts of machines: Why Gabe chooses Hanwha Defence Australia
Since Gabe joined our team in 2022 as a System Engineering Intern, he’s seized every opportunity, progressing to Graduate Engineer in 2023 then System Engineer - Protection in 2024. But what Gabe values most is the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies alongside a team that’s got his back.
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Discover where your skills and passion can take you with HDA.

With opportunities to grow, innovate and make a real impact, find a career that supports your professional journey and strengthens our nation’s capability.

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