Senior Robotics Software Engineer (Gnc)

Gilmour Space Technologies Pty; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Competitive salary

Parental leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Novated leasing

Stock purchase plan

Private health insurance

Career development

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies in Australia is seeking a Senior Robotics Software Engineer to design algorithms and implement flight-critical software for rocket systems delivering satellites to orbit.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop, analyse, test and operate launch vehicles and subsystems, ensuring robust performance in challenging environments. Strong programming in Python/C++, CI, Linux, and NV1 clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics or Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• 4+ years in GNC, Flight Software or robotics design
• Proven collaboration in fast-paced teams under pressure
• Proficient in Python, MATLAB or similar high-level languages
• Proficient in C/C++ and git workflows
• Experience with software verification, CI, and Systems Engineering framework
• Ability to obtain NV1 Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Design algorithms and flight-critical software for rocket systems
• Develop, analyse, test and operate launch vehicles and subsystems
• Lead and mentor a high-performing GNC team
• Integrate GNC with avionics, software and propulsion
• Improve tools, automation, and data pipelines for design and operations

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C++

C

Git

CI/CD

Systems Engineering

NV1 clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Linux

Job description

About Gilmour Space

Gilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.

Position

Are you a creative and experienced Senior Robotics Software Engineer 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! The Senior Robotics Software Engineer is responsible for designing algorithms and implementing flight-critical software for rocket systems that will deliver satellites to orbit! You will work with a talented team of engineers to develop, analyse, test and operate launch vehicles, and its subsystems, with the aim of ensuring highly reliable flight. 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:

Leadership

• Serve as a Responsible Engineer for GNC products, conducting technical assessments such as concept studies, trade studies, and COTS solution analyses.
• Follow and participate in product development processes, including requirements definition, design, verification, and validation.
• Represent the GNC discipline in program reviews, technical exchanges, and stakeholder briefings.
• Establish best practices for GNC verification and validation (V&V), including hardware-in-the-loop testing, Monte Carlo simulations, and operational rehearsals.
• Integrate GNC subsystems with avionics, software, mechanical, propulsion, and mission operations teams to ensure system-level performance and reliability.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing GNC team.
• Ensure that all engineering activities adhere to company policies, plans, and procedures and fulfill other duties as requested by management.

Technical

• Developing linear and nonlinear models of control system plant dynamics and effectors for launch vehicles.
• Iterating and improving upon the existing flight algorithm stack for navigation, guidance and control.
• Drive continuous improvement of tools, automation, and analytical pipelines supporting design, analysis, and operations.
• Analysing performance, stability and robustness of flight algorithms.
• Mission design and optimisation of launch vehicle trajectories.
• Designing and implementing simulation and visualisation tools.
• Using numerical methods to propagate complex uncertainty models (e.g. Monte Carlo methods).
• Conducting analyses and design studies for future vehicles in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Characterising the natural environments for launch vehicles including wind and space radiation.
• Applying data analysis techniques to validate models from test data.

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Physics or Aerospace / Aeronautical / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or relevant STEM degree.
• 4+ years of experience in professional GNC, Flight Software or robotics design engineering settings (excluding internships).
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, demonstrating resilience in high-stress situations and a supportive approach with team members.
• Demonstrated experience with programming in Python, MATLAB, or other high-level languages.
• Demonstrated experience with low-level development language (e.g. C++, C).
• Experience with git workflows or equivalent version control system.
• Experience with software verification and validation, as well as working in a continuous integration environment.
• Experience working within a Systems Engineering framework.
• Ability to obtain NV1 Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Strong command of control theory and proven experience in control systems design.
• Experience in launch vehicle, missile, UAV or satellite programs.
• Familiarity with Linux-based environments, scripting, and containerised toolchains.
• Understanding of sensor and actuator hardware (IMU, GNSS, EMA).

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.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways