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.Are you a creative and experienced Senior Propulsion Engineer (Bi-Prop) looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance! Gilmour Space is seeking a talented individual to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space! Conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and let’s send Australia to Space together!How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space:The below is designed to give you an idea of the role you will play. There will be many more exciting and innovative things to do.Lead the design and manufacture of liquid rocket engine components, subsystems, and systemsSupport the design, development, and commissioning of new engine test facilitiesDefine test requirements and support test campaigns to develop and qualify liquid engine hardwarePerform trade studies on bi-propellant rocket engines with electric motor and turbine cycles for the upper stages of the orbital rocketSupport trouble shooting of hardware during manufacturing, integration and test campaignsCreate document packages for design reviews, post-test reviews and launch readiness milestonesCoordinate with the Assembly, Integration and Test department for production activities and identify supporting ground support equipment and special test hardwareAct as a mentor to and support the development of junior team members in conjunction with the Head of PropulsionOverseas travel to meet external consultants when requiredOther duties as requested by managementMandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:Bachelors (BS) degree in an Engineering disciplineNV1 Security Clearance eligible preferredDesired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:We recognise you may not meet all of the below, but don’t let that deter you. We are always looking for hard workers to join our team, so what are you waiting for? Let’s send Australia to space!10+ years of experience in a similar role (e.g., propulsion industry)Working knowledge of the propulsion industryAbility to help identify resources and processes the will improve the manufacturing efficiency of propulsion hardwareKnowledge of ECSS (E-10/30/60), MIL and NASA standards (as appropriate)Knowledge of engineering analysis tools and CAD systemsProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsHow to Apply:Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.If you are a proactive team player with a passion to get Australia to space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter or head to our website: CAREER | Gilmour Space Technologies | Rocket launch provider (gspace.com). 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Senior Propulsion Engineer

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.

Are you a creative and experienced Senior Propulsion Engineer (Bi-Prop) looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance! Gilmour Space is seeking a talented individual to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space! Conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and let’s send Australia to Space together!

How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space:

The below is designed to give you an idea of the role you will play. There will be many more exciting and innovative things to do.

  • Lead the design and manufacture of liquid rocket engine components, subsystems, and systems
  • Support the design, development, and commissioning of new engine test facilities
  • Define test requirements and support test campaigns to develop and qualify liquid engine hardware
  • Perform trade studies on bi-propellant rocket engines with electric motor and turbine cycles for the upper stages of the orbital rocket
  • Support trouble shooting of hardware during manufacturing, integration and test campaigns
  • Create document packages for design reviews, post-test reviews and launch readiness milestones
  • Coordinate with the Assembly, Integration and Test department for production activities and identify supporting ground support equipment and special test hardware
  • Act as a mentor to and support the development of junior team members in conjunction with the Head of Propulsion
  • Overseas travel to meet external consultants when required
  • Other duties as requested by management

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelors (BS) degree in an Engineering discipline
  • NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

We recognise you may not meet all of the below, but don’t let that deter you. We are always looking for hard workers to join our team, so what are you waiting for? Let’s send Australia to space!

  • 10+ years of experience in a similar role (e.g., propulsion industry)
  • Working knowledge of the propulsion industry
  • Ability to help identify resources and processes the will improve the manufacturing efficiency of propulsion hardware
  • Knowledge of ECSS (E-10/30/60), MIL and NASA standards (as appropriate)
  • Knowledge of engineering analysis tools and CAD systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

How to Apply:

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion to get Australia to space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter or head to our website: CAREER | Gilmour Space Technologies | Rocket launch provider (gspace.com). 

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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.