Electrical Engineer I

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 Electrical Engineer I 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 as part of a team of Electrical Engineers to deliver Electrical products and services
• Participating in the development of Electrical engineering designs, processes and activities
• To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for electrical subsystems
• Conduct technical assessments, including: concept studies, trade studies, analysis of COTS solutions and estimates for Research and Development
• Adhering to and participating in product development engineering processes including: requirements definition, preliminary / detailed design, review, procurement / manufacture, assembly, integration and verification / validation
• Supporting Electrical unit and integration testing and operations (may include travel to remote sites)
• Supporting investigations, troubleshooting, modifications and fixes / repairs
• Supporting execution of Research and Development activities
• Supporting Electrical 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
• Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures
• Other duties as requested by Management

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering, or a relevant qualification
• Ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments
• Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations 

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

We recognise you may not meet all of the below, but don't let that deter you. We are always looking for hard workers to join our team, so what are you waiting for? Let's send Australia to space

• Familiarity designing and manufacturing launch vehicle and satellite harnesses
• Familiarity in Systems Engineering practises
• Familiarity developing electrical control panels (motor control centres, distribution boards, Marshalling panels, etc.)
• Familiarity manufacturing electrical equipment (batteries, solar panels, inverters, motors etc.) [preferred]
• Familiarity developing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) screens
• Familiarity developing Programmable Logic Controller projects using standard industrial equipment
• Familiarity with industrial safety critical/real time control applications 
• Familiarity of pressure, temperature and flow measurement instrumentation
• Familiarity constructing and commissioning Electrical control panels
• Familiarity with space engineering standards (GSFC-STD-7000A, SMC-S-016, RCC 319, DO-254, DO-178)
• Familiarity with both waterfall and agile project management frameworks
• Demonstrated engineering experience within the industrial engineering environment
• 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.