ROLE – Lead Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace)

SALARY - $150,000 - $160,000 per annum, dependent on experience

TYPE – Permanent

LOCATION – Brisbane, QLD

My client is a specialist, high‑tech manufacturer in the Aerospace industry. They are looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their growing team in the Brisbane area on a permanent basis.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

- At least 8-10 years of experience in Mechanical Design or Mechanical Engineering
- Have a strong background in Structural Design and Engineering across Aerospace, Aviation, Space, Motorsport or a similar industry
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline
- Solid experience designing complex mechanical systems and structures
- Highly proficient with 3D CAD software such as Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar
- Strong knowledge of GD&T;, tolerance analysis, DFM, DFA and engineering best practices
- Experience performing hand calculations, FEA, verification, validation, testing and root cause analysis
- Familiar with relevant Aerospace standards and certification requirements




- Proven experience delivering products from concept through to manufacture and qualification
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring junior engineers

The Lead Mechanical Engineer role will involve:

- Leading the mechanical design and development of aerospace systems and components
- Managing a small team of Mechanical Engineers
- Producing detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Conducting engineering analysis including tolerance studies, FEA and design verification
- Managing the full product development lifecycle from concept through to production and qualification
- Collaborating closely with manufacturing, quality, systems and project engineering teams
- Supporting prototype builds, testing, integration and validation activities
- Reviewing and approving engineering drawings, calculations and design changes
- Providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers and driving continuous improvement across projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.

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