Industrial Designer

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DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world's most challenging technical problems in the Electronic Warfare, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, RF sensing, Sensor Fusion and distributed systems.
Working with high profile customers across militaries, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure, law enforcement and many others.With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia and having raised approximately $250m in 2024 alone, DroneShield is undergoing hypergrowth stage, fuelled by rapidly increasing use of drones for nefarious applications, from battlefield, to terrorism, to contraband delivery and commercial espionage.This role is in the DroneShield Sydney headquarters in Pyrmont, Sydney.
There are approximately 320 staff based in the 4,000sqm facility today, scheduled to grow to approximately 400 staff by end of 2026.
Overseas on the ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Denmark, Germany and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries globally.About the roleDroneShield's Design Team is expanding and we are looking for an Industrial Designer with a strong foundation in product development.The position will report to the Design Engineering Lead and represents a unique opportunity to design sophisticated, leading-edge equipment and technology within the defence space.
DroneShield has a strong foundation in Industrial Design with various industry-leading products performing with militaries and government agencies around the world.Responsibilities, Duties and ExpectationsConceptualise, develop, and refine new, forward-thinking products, keeping to the company's established design languageManage products over the entire development cycleDevelop and refine concepts for new products with input from various teamsWork with manufacturers and suppliersLiaise with stakeholders to manage project outcomesCollaborate with engineering teams to understand complex engineering concepts and integrate into design conceptsDevelopment and maintenance of bill of materials, assembly documentation and CAD modelsQualifications, Experience and SkillsA degree in a relevant product/industrial design discipline or equivalentMinimum 5 years of relevant professional experienceA portfolio showcasing your design process and presentation skillsDiverse experience in design for manufacturingExpertise with product visualisation and rendering (Keyshot preferred)Proficiency in Software tools - Solidworks, and Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign)Experience in complex surface modellingGood ideation and sketching skills to clearly communicate your ideasThe ability to work in a fast-paced environment, deliver and meet deadlinesPrevious experience working in Defence, medical, aerospace or consumer electronics is favourableAustralian citizenship is preferred for Baseline and potential NV1 clearanceMake sure you upload your portfolio in cover letter section when you apply.Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionDesignIndustriesDefense and Space ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at DroneShield by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Industrial Designer" roles.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoCaringbah South, New South Wales, Australia 22 hours agoLeichhardt, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.
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