Orbital UAV Pty Ltd is a globally renowned leader in designing and manufacturing advanced propulsion systems for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Based in Balcatta, Western Australia, with operations in the United States, the company brings over four decades of expertise to the tactical and defense UAV market.
Specializing in heavy-fuel propulsion systems for Group 2 and Group 3 UAV platforms, Orbital UAV products deliver superior reliability, endurance, and performance in challenging mission environments. The firm is dedicated to mission assurance and operational excellence, offering a suite of services, including "mission-ready" engines, customized solutions, and comprehensive through-life support.

Orbital UAV drives innovation to enhance UAV performance for defense and commercial markets globally.

This role is permanent, full time based in Balcatta, WA 6021.

Key Responsibilities
Lead engine calibration, testing, and optimisation (steady-state & transient)
Analyse combustion and flight data to improve performance
Support development of engine control strategies (start, load, environmental corrections)
Support ECU software and diagnostics development




Manage calibration data, change control, and testing readiness
Manage technicians and support customer and project delivery needs
Coordinate engine calibration readiness, engine test cell and technician resource availability in alignment with program key deliverable timelines.

About You
Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics or similar
5–10 years' engine calibration experience (automotive, aerospace or marine)
Strong knowledge of 2‐stroke engines, combustion and fuel systems
Experience with tools like ATI Vision, INCA, CANape or similar
Experience in engine calibration utilising Model‐Based Calibration techniques and Design of Experiments would be well regarded (e.g. MATLAB MBC)
Experience with DVP, DFMEA, 8D, Fishbone diagrams.
Analytical, hands‐on and results‐driven

Why Join Us?
Work on creative UAV technology
Team-oriented, high‐performing engineering team
Real impact on product performance and development

Apply now to help shape the future of UAV propulsion systems.
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📌 Senior Engine Calibration Engineer Perth (Australia)
🏢 Orbital UAV
📍 Australia