Senior Avionics Engineer

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 Senior Avionics 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 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

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.

• Contributing to a team of Avionics Engineers to deliver Avionics products and services
• Supporting the Lead Avionics Engineer with technical execution of work packages
• Participate in the development of Avionics engineering designs, processes and activities
• To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for Avionics units/subsystems
• Ability to fulfill the role of Technical Authority on behalf of the Chief Engineer, as requested
• Leading technical assessments, including: concept studies, trade studies, analysis of COTS solutions and estimates for Research and Development
• Leading small product teams on a quarterly basis
• Adhering to and leading product development engineering processes involving: requirements definition, preliminary / detailed design, review, procurement / manufacture, assembly, integration, verification / validation and operations
• Supporting Avionics unit and integration testing and operations (may include travel to remote sites)
• Overseeing and sign-off of engineering designs, processes and activities
• Leading investigations, troubleshooting, modifications and fixes / repairs
• Leading execution of Avionics Research and Development activities
• Supporting architecture development, technology strategy and execution of the Avionics team
• Supporting Avionics engineering production activities associated with the Launch Vehicle and Satellite product lines
• Coordinating with the Mechanical, Propulsion and Manufacturing engineering departments as well as the Production organisation
• Engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders
• Possessing and providing in-depth knowledge on Avionics regulations, industry standards, processes and state-of-the-art research
• Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures
• Other duties as requested by Management

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Computer Systems, Mechatronics Engineering or other relevant qualification
• 5+ years of experience in professional Avionics design engineering settings (excluding internships)
• 3+ years of end-to-end Avionics product development experience
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible
• Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Experience in PCB development of analogue, digital and mixed signal circuits
• Experience with hands on testing, troubleshooting and debugging electronics
• Experience with baremetal, RTOS and embedded Linux software development
• Experience with FPGA/SoC hardware and software development
• Experience with mechanical design software (NX, Solidworks, Onshape)
• Experience designing highly reliable products
• Experience with the integration and verification of Avionics Units
• Experience performing electronics analysis and test (circuit simulation, power budgets, thermal analyses)
• Experience developing RF solutions (spectrum coordination, antenna design, RF modelling, link budgets, S-parameter / EMI testing)
• Demonstrated engineering experience within the space, aerospace or automotive industries
• Experience in Systems Engineering practises
• Experience with space engineering standards (GSFC-STD-7000A, SMC-S-016, RCC 319, DO-254, DO-178)
• Experience with both waterfall and agile project management frameworks
• Ability to work in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment with a desire and willingness to assist other team members in the general day to day running of the department

How to Apply:

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion to get Australia to space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter or head to our website: CAREER | Gilmour Space Technologies | Rocket launch provider ).

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.