Mechanical Engineer

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Adelaide, South Australia QinetiQ Australia Full time

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QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Mechanical Engineer – Defence R&D Project

Join a highly skilled defence engineering team working on cutting-edge defence research and development. This is a hands-on, pure mechanical engineering role where you will contribute to the design and manufacture of critical components for prototype and experimental systems.

Your Day To Day Role Will Entail

  • Supporting R&D activities through mechanical engineering design and drafting
  • Managing and coordinating component fabrication and acceptance
  • Maintaining engineering management tools and documentation
  • Collaborating closely with APS/DSTG engineers, drafters, and technicians
  • Converting early concepts and research ideas into detailed prototype designs
  • Providing practical engineering input to support trials, testing, and jigs

We're Looking For Someone Who Is
  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field)
  • Proficient in multiple CAD packages (NX highly desirable)
  • Skilled in producing detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Capable of performing finite element analysis (FEA) and structural analysis
  • Comfortable working onsite in a collaborative, research-heavy defence environment
  • A strong communicator who can challenge ideas constructively and support the team's vision

You Should Apply Today If You Are Looking To
  • Work on genuinely innovative defence technology projects
  • Be embedded in a high-calibre engineering environment
  • See designs through from concept to prototype to testing
  • Get direct access to workshops, facilities, and technical staff
  • Join a supportive team with a focus on long-term growth and skills development

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are essential in this role. You will be working closely with engineers, draftspeople, technicians, and research teams, translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable information. Your ability to build trust, engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, and ensure alignment between project goals and deliverables will be key to delivering successful outcomes in this collaborative defence environment.

Security clearance (NV1 minimum) or eligibility to obtain is essential.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Ruth Harrison via email;

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
  • IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing

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