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Job Description About Nova’s Award-winning Graduate Program   The two-year Graduate Program will provide you with the experience, supervision, mentoring, and training necessary to make a meaningful contribution to Nova. You'll have the opportunity to determine your own career pathway and solve the problems that truly matter.  The Graduate Program provides:  A permanent role with Nova Systems upon completion A range of placements across different parts of the business  A fully inclusive training and professional development program designed specifically for graduates  Opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals and highly qualified teams   Annual Graduate Summit and regular social events, including travel opportunities  Competitive remuneration package with salary increases upon the successful completion of 6-month probation period, with a further raise at 18 months.  $2,000 per year for individual professional development  Roles may be offered in: Adelaide , Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane  Nova Systems start to consider applications for the graduate program mid-year for the following year’s February intake. Working across various domains: Explosive Ordnance  Communications  Aerospace   Land  Maritime Geospatial  Software Integrated Logistics We welcome students who have graduated by December 2026 from the following disciplines: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Aerospace/Aeronautical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Communications, majors preferred)  Bachelor’s degree: Geospatial Science, Software Engineering, Geomatics, Computer Science, Information Technology Bachelor's degree in business or commerce (Logistics and/or Supply Chain Management major preferred)  What we would expect from you:   Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain an AGSVA (Australian Government Security Vetting Agency) security clearance  Strong written and verbal communication skills  Strong client management/stakeholder engagement skills  Be a team player with a can-do attitude Life at Nova – it all adds up With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter.  Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.   Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are:  Generous Parental Leave:  Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks Professional and Personal Development:  $2,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Additional Leave:  Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service Flexibility:   We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people Dress For Your Day:  We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust Reward & Recognition Program:  Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more  Employee Assistance Program:  for employees and family members  Annual Nova employee engagement:  Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun  Wellbeing Hub  with access to health and fitness content Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance Free Flu Vaccination  annually  Novated Leasing  and Salary Sacrifice  Nova Employee Company Share Offer An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture  Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously  You can view the full range of benefits on our website. Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.    Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests. To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website.  As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit:    NOVA SYSTEMS    Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.   We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.   For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, and Singapore.  But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.  Nova Systems start to consider applications for the graduate program mid-year for the following year’s February intake.