Data & Control Systems 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.
Are you a creative and experienced Data & Control Systems Engineer II 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 in Bowen, North QLD near some of the best beaches in the world and sunsets, you will be based at Australis first orbital Launch Site. 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.
- Apply multidisciplinary skills in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls and Software Engineering
- Design SCADA systems in Ignition Automation for real time control and visualization of rocket systems
- Working with PLC control systems via IDEC devices that use ladder programming logic
- Design test systems based on requirements set by the company team that are highly configurable, flexible, and maintainable
- Integrate enterprise solutions that monitor data acquisition, instrumentation, and automated test equipment
- Implement mission critical solutions that coordinate diverse, multivendor, multiplatform tools and technologies
- Assemble and configure automation system hardware
- Design, write, test, deploy, and debug software modules and hardware integration
- Ensure that the leadership team and stakeholders are kept informed of critical path progress of plans and any variations
- Other duties as requested by Management
Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
- 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!
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role (i.e. designing and building industrial control systems)
- Working knowledge of Ignition software
- Exposure to C/C++, electronics, FPGA’s, and embedded programing
- Sound understanding for networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
- Demonstrated familiarity with real-time control
- Experience developing highly configurable and flexible test systems
- Strong understanding of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement instrumentation
- Generate and review detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
- 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.