All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journeyGilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.An exciting new opportunity has emerged for a Mechanical Engineer II to work with engineering teams to develop hardware suitable for the testing of structures, mechanisms, and pressure systems. The Mechanical Engineer II will also verify hardware meets requirements through analysis, test, or both. You will be capable of working independently to develop test setups for verification activities and work as part of integrated teams to deliver objectives. In addition, the Mechanical Engineer II will be able to effectively document and communicate across teams to ensure duties are performed in an efficient and timely manner whilst adhering to Gilmour Space policies and procedures.Duties and Responsibilities:The responsibilities listed are not exhaustive, they represent examples of the work performed by this position. You will be required to perform other duties within your skills and abilities.Design and manufacture custom hardware and facilities that are used to test and verify flight hardware.Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.Analyse and interpret data collected during testing.Ability to problem solve and understand complex problems; incumbent must be able to resolve situations that demand solutions.Contribute to the design effort of flight hardware.Participate in launch activities.Other duties as requested by ManagementMinimum Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Structural Engineering.2+ years’ hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly, integration and/or testing.1+ years of experience with mechanical, electromechanical, or structural design and analysis in a professional setting (excluding internships).1+ years’ experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies (Solid works preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.), or1+ years’ experience with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package (ANSYS preferred or NASTRAN, ABAQUS, CFD codes, etc.)A strong understanding of instrumentation and data acquisition.Must be capable of obtaining and clearing a NV Level 1 Security Clearance.Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience3+ years’ experience of professional experience in verification of requirements through test3+ years’ experience of professional experience in mechanical design, analysis2+ years of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a leadAbility to manage large assembly models and drawingsSolid understanding and application of GD&TDemonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems.Ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managersCreative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines togetherSelf-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication and documentation skillsAnalytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, etc).Policies and ProceduresAll Gilmour Space policies and procedures form part of all Employees' terms of engagement and position descriptions. Employees of Gilmour Space are to ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures as updated from time to time. On occasion you may be required to attend training on policies and procedures.How to Apply:You will be joining a team that is working together to achieve the unimaginable for human access to space. You will be encouraged to reach your highest potential through continuous learning and embracing change.If you are a proactive team player with a passion for space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter. Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. 

Mechanical Engineer II

All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journey

Gilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.

An exciting new opportunity has emerged for a Mechanical Engineer II to work with engineering teams to develop hardware suitable for the testing of structures, mechanisms, and pressure systems. The Mechanical Engineer II will also verify hardware meets requirements through analysis, test, or both. You will be capable of working independently to develop test setups for verification activities and work as part of integrated teams to deliver objectives. In addition, the Mechanical Engineer II will be able to effectively document and communicate across teams to ensure duties are performed in an efficient and timely manner whilst adhering to Gilmour Space policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities listed are not exhaustive, they represent examples of the work performed by this position. You will be required to perform other duties within your skills and abilities.

  • Design and manufacture custom hardware and facilities that are used to test and verify flight hardware.
  • Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.
  • Analyse and interpret data collected during testing.
  • Ability to problem solve and understand complex problems; incumbent must be able to resolve situations that demand solutions.
  • Contribute to the design effort of flight hardware.
  • Participate in launch activities.
  • Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Structural Engineering.
  • 2+ years’ hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly, integration and/or testing.
  • 1+ years of experience with mechanical, electromechanical, or structural design and analysis in a professional setting (excluding internships).
  • 1+ years’ experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies
    (Solid works preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.), or
  • 1+ years’ experience with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package (ANSYS preferred or NASTRAN, ABAQUS, CFD codes, etc.)
  • A strong understanding of instrumentation and data acquisition.
  • Must be capable of obtaining and clearing a NV Level 1 Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • 3+ years’ experience of professional experience in verification of requirements through test
  • 3+ years’ experience of professional experience in mechanical design, analysis
  • 2+ years of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a lead
  • Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings
  • Solid understanding and application of GD&T
  • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems.
  • Ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers
  • Creative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines together
  • Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication and documentation skills
  • Analytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, etc).

Policies and Procedures

All Gilmour Space policies and procedures form part of all Employees' terms of engagement and position descriptions. Employees of Gilmour Space are to ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures as updated from time to time. On occasion you may be required to attend training on policies and procedures.

How to Apply:

You will be joining a team that is working together to achieve the unimaginable for human access to space. You will be encouraged to reach your highest potential through continuous learning and embracing change.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion for space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter. 

Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.