Propulsion & Fluids Technician (Launch Ops)

Gilmour Space Technologies; Bowen; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Bowen, North Queensland, Australia, requires an Engines & Fluids Technician (Launch Operations) to join our team at Australia\'s first orbital Launch Site. You will assemble, test and maintain propulsion and fluid systems, work with multi-disciplinary teams, and support launch campaigns with strict safety and quality standards.

The role involves reading engineering drawings, performing functional and pressure tests, and maintaining detailed records.

Qualifications

• Trade or technical qualification in mechanical, aerospace or related discipline.
• Experience with mechanical, engine, fluid, pneumatic, hydraulic or pressure systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, schematics, specs and procedures.
• Experience with mechanical assembly, inspection, maintenance, servicing and troubleshooting.
• Experience performing or supporting pressure testing, leak testing, functional checks and system verification.
• Competent use of hand tools, torque equipment, measuring instruments and workshop/test equipment.
• Strong health and safety understanding and ability to follow procedures and checklists.
• Ability to maintain accurate technical, maintenance and test records.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours during campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, installation, integration, inspection, and maintenance of propulsion and fluid systems.
• Prepare and configure propellant, pressurisation and other fluid systems for testing and launch operations.
• Conduct functional, leak and pressure tests and system verification.
• Support engine integration, servicing, checkout and test operations.
• Operate and maintain ground support equipment for propulsion and fluid-system ops.
• Execute pre-launch and post-launch inspections, decontamination and safing activities.
• Monitor propulsion parameters and identify abnormalities or faults.
• Troubleshoot propulsion and fluid-system faults and assist root-cause investigations.
• Read engineering drawings and technical docs to guide work.
• Maintain records of inspections, test results and status.
• Support launch campaigns and field operations including transport, pad prep and countdown.
• Collaborate with propulsion, mechanical, electrical and systems teams to resolve issues.
• Adhere to safety, quality and hazardous-materials handling requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement to enhance reliability and safety.
• Maintain readiness of tools and equipment for propulsion operations.
• Contribute to development of procedures, checklists and documentation.
• May require shift, on-call or extended hours during campaigns.
• Other duties as assigned by Management

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Fitting & Machining

Fluid Power

Aerospace

Automotive

Related discipline

Hand tools

Torque equipment

Measuring instruments

Education

Trade or technical qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Torque equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Gilmour Space Technologies in Bowen, North Queensland, Australia, requires an Engines & Fluids Technician (Launch Operations) to join our team at Australia\'s first orbital Launch Site. You will assemble, test and maintain propulsion and fluid systems, work with multi-disciplinary teams, and support launch campaigns with strict safety and quality standards.

The role involves reading engineering drawings, performing functional and pressure tests, and maintaining detailed records.