Launch Operations & Propulsion Test Engineer II

Work Initiatives; Townsville City; Presencial; AUD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gilmour Space is seeking a Testing & Operations Engineer II to join Australia’s space program from Bowen, North QLD, near the first orbital launch site. You will lead testing and data analysis of propulsion systems, develop procedures, and help manage risk for mission-ready launches.

This role requires hands-on experience, collaboration with engineers and technicians, and a proactive approach to safety-critical operations within a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in engineering industry.
• Hands-on testing and maintenance of aerospace propulsion systems and ground support equipment.
• Experience with data acquisition and processing technology and software.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and conduct testing and test reviews on launch vehicle systems and propulsion engine sub-systems.
• Perform data analysis on fluids and propulsion systems under test conditions.
• Generate test procedures and maintenance plans for test stands and Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
• Assess technical and safety risks associated with propulsion tests and implement controls.
• Assist in integration activities of components, sub-systems, and payloads on orbital and sub-orbital launch vehicles.
• Participate as part of a launch operations team to prepare for and execute launches.
• Other duties as requested by Management.

Conocimientos

3-5 years experience

Hands-on propulsion testing

Data acquisition & processing

Effective communication across teams

Educación

Bachelor’s in Aerospace/Mechanical/Chemical Eng

Herramientas

Data acquisition software

Scripting & coding

PLM software

Descripción del empleo

Gilmour Space is seeking a Testing & Operations Engineer II to join Australia’s space program from Bowen, North QLD, near the first orbital launch site. You will lead testing and data analysis of propulsion systems, develop procedures, and help manage risk for mission-ready launches.

This role requires hands-on experience, collaboration with engineers and technicians, and a proactive approach to safety-critical operations within a fast-paced environment.