Manufacturing Engineer I (Additive Manufacturing)

Gilmour Space; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I (Additive Manufacturing) to join our frontier-space team between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. You will program and prepare AM jobs, support the manufacture and post‑processing of additively manufactured hardware for launch, propulsion, and satellites, and help transition products from development to production with clear SOPs and BOMs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong CAD/AM software skills, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials or related discipline.
• Understanding of metal and polymer additive manufacturing technologies.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.
• Exposure to CAD software such as Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Onshape, Inventor, or similar.
• Exposure to AM related software such as Magics, EOSPrint, or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program and prep additive manufacturing jobs: part orientation, supports, build layout, machine setup, process parameters.
• Support manufacture and post‑processing of additively manufactured hardware for launch vehicle, propulsion, and satellite applications.
• Prepare engineering documentation for transition from development to production: work instructions, SOPs, inspection requirements, BOMs.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve manufacturability via DfAM principles.
• Develop, validate, and optimise additive manufacturing processes for quality and throughput.
• Support machine setup, process qualification, and production readiness activities.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and support equipment.
• Participate in design reviews with manufacturing input on AM constraints.

Skills

AM technologies

GD&T

Engineering drawings

CAD software

AM software

Analytical skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing (or related)

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Onshape

Inventor

Magics

EOSPrint

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer I (Additive Manufacturing)

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 Manufacturing Engineer I (Additive Manufacturing) 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 between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. 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:

• Undertake the programming and preparation of additive manufacturing jobs, including part orientation, support structure design, build layout optimisation, machine setup, and process parameters selection.
• Support the manufacture and post‑processing of additively manufactured hardware for launch vehicle, propulsion, and satellite applications.
• Prepare engineering documentation required for the transition of products from development to production, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), inspection requirements, risk assessments and bills of materials ((BOMs).
• Work closely with design engineers to improve the manufacturability and printability of components through Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) principles.
• Assist in the development, validation, and optimisation of additive manufacturing processes to improve quality, repeatability, throughput, and cost.
• Support machine setup, process qualification, and production readiness activities for additive manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and support equipment required for additive manufacturing and post‑processing operations.
• Participate in design reviews, providing manufacturing input relating to additive manufacturing constraints, capabilities, and process considerations.
• Conduct structured root cause analysis of manufacturing defects, process deviations, and non‑conformances, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Assist with material, process, and equipment trials to evaluate new manufacturing capabilities and production methods.
• Support maintenance and calibration activities for additive manufacturing equipment.
• Process map manufacturing activities, capture current ways of working, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the implementation of new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and production processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements across all manufacturing activities.
• Other duties as requested by Management.

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Understanding of metal and polymer additive manufacturing technologies.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Exposure to CAD software such as Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Onshape, Inventor, or similar packages.
• Exposure to AM related software as Magics, EOSPrint, or similar packages
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated with strong organisational, multitasking, and documentation skills.
• 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!

• Experience with metal and polymer additive manufacturing technologies such as Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) or Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM).
• Experience operating, supporting, or troubleshooting additive manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing preparation and build management software.
• Experience with manufacturing process development, qualification, and validation activities.
• Understanding of post‑processing operations including support removal, machining, heat treatment, surface finishing, and inspection.
• Experience working within aerospace, space, defence, medical, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to work effectively within a cross‑functional team environment, interacting daily with engineers, technicians, and managers.

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.