Flight Software Engineer II

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies is seeking a Flight Software Engineer II to join our team on the Australian space program. You will design and develop embedded software for launch vehicles, work with a high‑performing team, and support DevOps, testing and operations across the product lifecycle.

You’ll contribute to requirements, design, verification and documentation while coordinating with other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software, computer science, electronics, maths or mechatronics, or equivalent.
• 2+ years in embedded software development and design engineering.
• Proven ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments.
• Demonstrated resilience in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as part of a team of Flight Software Engineers to deliver software products and services.
• Lead small product teams on a quarterly basis where appropriate.
• Develop software engineering designs, processes and activities.
• Act as Responsible Engineer for Flight Software products where applicable.
• Perform technical assessments including concept studies and trade analyses.
• Define requirements and participate in design, verification and validation.
• Support software unit and integration testing and operations (may involve travel).
• Assist investigations, troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Support R&D activities and production software activities for Launch Vehicle lines.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Propulsion, and Manufacturing teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Dynamic work pace

Resilience under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Software/Engineering

Tools

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

VHDL/Verilog

RTOS

Embedded Linux

FPGA development

GDB debugging

DO-178C

Job description

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 Flight Software 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! As an experienced engineer, you will be required to work alongside fellow engineers as well as the wider organisation, contributing to the product development and R&D activities associated with developing launch vehicles. You will work as part of a high performing team, architecting solutions, developing advanced embedded software, conducting reviews, supporting DevOps, testing and operations. 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:

• Contributing as part of a team of Flight Software Engineers to deliver Flight Software products and services
• Where applicable, conducting junior leadership responsibilities (where technical authority is not required)
• Leading small product teams on a quarterly basis
• Participating in the development of Software engineering designs, processes and activities
• To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for Flight Software products
• Conducting technical assessments, including: concept studies, trade studies, analysis of COTS solutions and estimates for Research and Development
• Adhering to and participating in product development engineering processes including: requirements definition, preliminary / detailed design and verification / validation
• Supporting Software unit and integration testing and operations (may include travel to remote sites)
• Supporting investigations, troubleshooting and fixes
• Supporting execution of Research and Development activities
• Supporting Software engineering production activities associated with the Launch Vehicle product lines
• Coordinating with the Mechanical, Propulsion and Manufacturing engineering departments as well as the Production organisation
• Engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders
• Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures
• Other duties as requested by Management

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software, Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics or Mechatronics Engineering, or a relevant qualification
• 2+ years of experience in a professional embedded software development and design engineering role
• Proven ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments
• Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Werecogniseyou 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!

• Experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB
• Experience with baremetal, RTOS and embedded Linux software development
• Experience with FPGA software development (VHDL/Verilog)
• Experience with aerospace software engineering standards (eg. DO-178C)
• Experience writing both inline and markdown software documentation
• Experience using static / dynamic analysis and code coverage tools
• Experience using software debugging tools (eg. GDB)
• Experience developing unit and integration tests
• Experience developing software in accordance with Waterfall and Agile management frameworks
• Understanding of Systems Engineering practises
• Demonstrated engineering experience within the Aerospace, Medical, Automotive, or similar safety critical and high reliability software development and design engineering settings
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a team environment with a desire and willingness to assist other team members

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

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.

12 August 2026 Yatala Queensland, Australia