Manufacturing Technician- Structures

NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Queensland invites experienced Manufacturing Technician - Structures to join our space hardware team. You will assemble, modify, repair and install launch vehicle structural components and work with sheet metal fabrication equipment to meet engineering specifications.

You'll contribute to a high‑velocity, safety‑driven environment, perform in-process inspections, and collaborate with Engineering, Planning and Quality teams to deliver reliable spaceflight hardware.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the aerospace, manufacturing, marine or automotive industry.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing teams.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, repair and install launch vehicle structural components.
• Use sheet metal and fabrication machinery to cut, bend, form, punch or stamp.
• Align, fit, shim, and trim parts to engineering specifications.
• Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure quality and compliance.
• Maintain safe working practices and comply with regulatory obligations.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Mechanical aptitude

Reading engineering drawings

Verbal/written communication

Microsoft Office

Forklifts/cranes

Tools

Sheet metal fabrication equipment

Machining tools

CNC roller

Job description

All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journey

Gilmour Space is a leading Australian space company, developing launch vehicles, satellite platforms, advanced propulsion technologies; and launching from our licensed orbital spaceport in Bowen, North Queensland.

Are you a creative and experienced 'Manufacturing Technician - Structures' 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:

• Assemble, modify, repair and install launch vehicles structural components


• Use sheet metal and fabrication machinery to cut, bend, form, punch or stamp


• Align, fit, shim, and trim parts to engineering specifications


• Drill, ream, countersink and deburr components for assembly


• Apply sealants, primer, adhesives and protective finishes as required


• Install and secure fasteners using pneumatic and hand tools


• Use solvents to clean surfaces prior to sealing or assembly


• Operate brake press, large CNC roller, install PEM fastener


• Perform in-process and final inspections to ensure quality and compliance


• Ensure all work complies with company procedures, engineering requirements and regulatory obligations


• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency and cost


• Maintain effective working relationships with Engineering, Planning, Quality and Manufacturing teams


• Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in the aerospace, manufacturing, marine or automotive industry

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Experience gained through the military or within an aviation manufacturing company


• High-volume manufacturing experience


• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing


• Ability to rapidly adapt to changes in direction while working in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.


• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper usage of mechanics hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment.


• Experience making basic layouts on parts or assemblies to establish reference points and to check dimensions


• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications


• Experience operating computing equipmentand in Microsoft Office applications


• Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment


• Experience with configuration management, non-conformance reporting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement.


• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

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.

15 September 2026 Yatala Queensland, Australia