Mechanical Engineer

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

As a Mechanical Engineer in the Defence Programs team, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects from conception to delivery. You will be involved with defining the System requirements, designing sub-systems, and ensuring the requirements are met 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. 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.

• Support to deliver world-class missions through System engineering activities such as requirements definition and management, interface control, validation and verification plan etc.
• Design and verify mechanical and structural systems to meet customer and Gilmour requirements for projects.
• Utilize the full spectrum of the design, analysis, test, and manufacturing tools to create efficient structures and components.
• Lead and participate in Design reviews.
• Support to develop launch procedures and assist Mission management with launch permit application.
• Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.
• Ability to problem solve and understand complex problems; incumbent must be able to resolve situations that demand solutions.
• Other duties as requested by Management.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience with mechanical, electromechanical, or structural design and analysis in a professional setting (excluding internships).
• 3+ years’ experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies
  (Solid works preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.), or
• 2+ years’ experience with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package (ANSYS preferred or NASTRAN, ABAQUS, CFD codes, etc.)
• 2+ years’ hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly, integration and/or testing.
• System Engineering experience
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• 3+ years’ experience of professional experience in mechanical design and 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.
• Experience working with CASA or DASA regulations.
• 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

How to Apply:

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.