Mechanical Engineer II

Work Initiatives; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies seeks a Mechanical/Structural Engineer on the Gold Coast to design and verify mechanical systems for launch vehicles and satellites. You will use CAD and FEA tools to craft robust components and lead delivery from concept through launch.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in mechanical/structural design and hands-on fabrication experience, with GD&T knowledge. NV1 clearance is preferred. Australian citizenship or permanent residency required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience with mechanical, electromechanical, or structural design and analysis in a professional setting.
• 3+ years’ experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies (SolidWorks preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.).
• 2+ years’ experience with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics package (ANSYS preferred or NASTRAN, ABAQUS).
• 2+ years’ hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly, integration and/or testing.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and verify mechanical and structural systems to meet requirements across launch vehicle and satellite programs.
• Use CAD/FEA tools to create efficient structures and components.
• Own product delivery timeline from conception to launch.
• Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification and acceptance testing.
• Review specs and data to develop mechanical layouts.
• Analyse data from testing and interpret results.
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers and managers to solve complex problems.

Skills

Mechanical design

Aerospace engineering

Mechatronics

Structural analysis

GD&T

Python

Matlab

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Mechatronics/Structural Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

CATIA

ANSYS

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

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.

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.

• Design and verify mechanical and structural systems to meet customer and Gilmour requirementsacross both Launch vehicle and satellite programs.
• Utilize the full spectrum of the design, analysis, test, and manufacturing tools to create efficient structures and components.
• Ownership of product delivery timeline through conception, design, assembly, and launch.
• Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.
• Review specifications and other data to develop mechanical layouts.
• Analyse and interpret data collected during testing.
• Ability to problem solve and understand complex problems; incumbent must be able to resolve situations that demand solutions.
• Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’sDegree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience with mechanical, electromechanical, or structural design and analysis in a professional setting (excluding internships).
• 3+ years’ experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies
  (Solid works preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.), or
• 2+ years’ experience with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package (ANSYS preferred or NASTRAN, ABAQUS, CFD codes, etc.)
• 2+ years’ hands-on hardware experience performing fabrication, assembly,integrationand/or testing.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Desired Qualifications,Skillsand Experience:

• 4+ years’ experience of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis
• 4+ years of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a lead
• Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings
• Solid understanding and application of GD&T
• Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems.
• Ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers
• Creative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines together
• Self-motivated with strong multi-tasking, organizational, communication and documentation skills
• Analytical/scientific programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, etc).

Teamwork/Leadership/Interpersonal:

• Teamwork, motivational and/or negotiating skill. Anticipates and responds to the needs of others.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage work demands and deliver outcomes.
• Self-motivated, results oriented witha high levelof attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to health and safety, quality assurance, continuous improvement, and environmental management.

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.