Rocket Propulsion & Fluids Technician

Defence Co.; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Bowen, North Queensland seeks an Engines & Fluids Technician (Launch Operations) to assemble, install, and maintain propulsion and fluid systems for rocket launches. You will read engineering drawings and support vehicle testing and launch readiness.

Work with propulsion, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to conduct checks, troubleshoot issues, and document maintenance and test results in accordance with procedures.

Qualifications

• Trade or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with mechanical, fluid, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience with pressure testing and system verification.
• Strong safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, integrate, inspect, and maintain propulsion and fluid systems.
• Configure and test propellant, pressurisation, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic systems.
• Perform functional and leak checks and system verifications.
• Support engine integration, testing, and pre/post-test inspections.
• Maintain tooling and records of inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Read engineering drawings

Education

Trade or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Hand tools

Torque equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Gilmour Space Technologies in Bowen, North Queensland seeks an Engines & Fluids Technician (Launch Operations) to assemble, install, and maintain propulsion and fluid systems for rocket launches. You will read engineering drawings and support vehicle testing and launch readiness.

Work with propulsion, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to conduct checks, troubleshoot issues, and document maintenance and test results in accordance with procedures.