Avionics Engineer II — Launch Vehicle Systems

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Queensland, Australia, is seeking an Avionics Engineer II to own the flight-ready avionics stack across the full lifecycle, from requirements to operations. This hands-on role sits in a fast-moving startup environment, where engineers have real responsibility and hardware to test.

You will verify and validate at unit, subsystem and vehicle level, develop test procedures, and work with Power, Compute, Sensors and Network subsystems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Computer Systems, Mechatronics Engineering or relevant qualification.
• 2+ years of professional experience in avionics, embedded systems or related engineering environments (excluding internships).
• Experience supporting system integration, testing or verification activities.
• Ability to operate effectively in dynamic, fast‑paced environments.
• Demonstrated resilience and sound judgement in high‑pressure situations.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute verification and validation (V&V) activities at unit, subsystem and vehicle level
• Develop test procedures, conduct test campaigns and analyse results to close requirements
• Contribute to the development and delivery of avionics systems for Launch Vehicle programs
• Participate in requirements definition, architecture development, design reviews and system‑level decision making
• Support system integration of power, compute, sensors, actuators, communications and network subsystems
• Support environmental, functional and integration testing including troubleshooting and root cause investigation
• Act as Responsible Engineer for avionics units or subsystems where required
• Conduct trade studies, concept assessments and COTS evaluations to inform technical direction
• Support vehicle‑level integration, launch site operations and real‑time issue resolution
• Coordinate closely with Mechanical, Propulsion, GNC, Manufacturing and Production teams
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure technical alignment and delivery
• Document engineering activities in accordance with company policies, plans and procedures
• Undertake junior leadership responsibilities and lead small product teams when applicable

Skills

Avionics

Embedded systems

System integration

Testing

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics/Computer Systems/Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Gilmour Space Technologies in Queensland, Australia, is seeking an Avionics Engineer II to own the flight-ready avionics stack across the full lifecycle, from requirements to operations. This hands-on role sits in a fast-moving startup environment, where engineers have real responsibility and hardware to test.

You will verify and validate at unit, subsystem and vehicle level, develop test procedures, and work with Power, Compute, Sensors and Network subsystems.