Composites Technician

**All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journey**

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

Are you a creative and experienced Composites Technician looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building/working with rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance Gilmour Space is seeking a talented individual to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space Conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. 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

**Why you should join our mission**:
You will be joining a team that is working together to achieve the unimaginable for human access to space. You will be encouraged to reach your highest potential through continuous learning and embracing change. This role also offers:

- Unique opportunity to join a rocket company based on the Gold Coast, Australia
- Experience the buzz of working and contributing towards a rocket launch
- Join the team now to be onboard in time for our launch date
- Work in a passionate, vibrant and welcoming team that’s driven by its culture that emphasizes safety and conducts initiatives such as team BBQs
- Expand your skills and knowledge into the innovative aerospace industry

**How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space**:
The below is designed to give you an idea of the role you will play. There will be many more exciting and innovative things to do.
- Trim and finish composite and composite assemblies
- Repair composite defects
- Align parts and secure in place using clecos or tooling / hand clamps
- Shim and/or trim parts as required
- Drill, ream, countersink full size holes in parts / assemblies, in proper sequence and to correct size
- Set countersinking tools to proper depth as required
- Disassemble parts and deburr holes using deburring tools, and files to prepare for installation of fasteners
- Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in line with company policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
- Inspect work after completion of each operation in job and / or completed job to ensure it is completed in line with engineering requirements
- Develop standard operating procedures for frequently performed composite manufacturing processes
- Develop and communicate timelines for the fabrication and integration of composite structures
- Work with Engineering to design and manufacture jigs and tooling to support the efficient manufacture of composite parts
- Support filament winding activities as required to ensure on-time delivery of Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessels
- Ensures that the leadership team and stakeholders are kept informed of critical path progress of plans and any variations
- Other duties as requested by Management

**Mandatory Qual**ifications, Skills and Experience**:

- Trade qualification in Engineering, Fabrication or similar
- 2 years of experience in a similar role
- NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

**Desired Qualifications,**Skills and Experience**:

- The ability to work independently and part of teams.
- Strong Mechanical aptitude
- Proficient with composite tools such as Prepreg and wet lay-up
- Extensive knowledge on aluminum, steel, composites, and plastic repairs
- Ability to manufacture on panels, bonded surfaces, cables, and tubing
- Sound ability to read and adhere to details project specifications
- Experience with design software: AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc.
- Industry experience preferred

**How to Apply**: