Chief Mechanical Engineer

Deputy Head of Mechanical Engineering Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Head of Mechanical Engineering to join our team. This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

• The successful candidate will assist the Head of Mechanical Engineering with the management of the mechanical engineering department, including the design and testing of an orbital class rocket.
• They will be responsible for reviewing mechanical designs, structural interfaces, and temperature/pressure considerations in the design process.
• The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD systems, such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or CATIA, and simulation software, including ANSYS, NASTRAN, ABAQUS, or CFD codes.
• They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of engineers.
• In addition, they will have a proven track record of prioritizing and managing work demands, delivering outcomes, and demonstrating a commitment to health and safety, quality assurance, continuous improvement, and environmental management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of mechanical designs, structural interfaces, and temperature/pressure considerations in the design process.
• Design and verify mechanical and structural systems to meet customer and company requirements for Gilmour rocket vehicles.
• Develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.
• Liaise with the Guidance and Propulsion departments as required.
• Ability to problem solve and understand complex problems, with the incumbent able to resolve situations that demand solutions.
• Review specifications and other data to develop mechanical layouts.
• Organize the timeline and milestone management of the mechanical engineering department.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8 + years of experience in a professional mechanical engineering setting (excluding internships).
• At least 5 years' experience in a managerial capacity.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.
• Highly developed CAD skills developed through design of parts and assemblies, or highly developed simulation skills with at least one commercial FEA or Multiphysics simulation package.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team of mechanical engineers.
• Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings.
• Creative problem solver that can bring multiple disciplines together.
• Experience with Matlab, C++, Python, and other modelling and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of engineering analysis tools and CAD systems.

Benefits

• This role offers a unique opportunity to join a leading rocket company based on the Gold Coast, Australia.
• Experience the buzz of working and contributing towards a rocket launch.
• Join a passionate, vibrant, and welcoming team that emphasizes safety and conducts initiatives such as team BBQs.
• Expand your skills and knowledge into the innovative aerospace industry.
• Easy access from the M1.

How You Will Contribute to Our Mission

• You will be working with key stakeholders to manage the overall performance of all departments.
• You will assist in the review of mechanical designs, structural interfaces, and temperature/pressure considerations in the design process.
• You will design and verify mechanical and structural systems to meet customer and company requirements for Gilmour rocket vehicles.
• You will develop test plans for parts through development, qualification, and acceptance testing.
• You will support the development and work allocation of the junior team.