Freespace Operations, we are an Australian manufacturer of heavy-lift industrial unmanned aerial systems (UAS) based in Melbourne. We specialise in the design, manufacture and support of advanced heavy-lift UAS for the global defence, enterprise, and public safety sectors. As the company scales our operations we are seeking highly skilled individuals to join the team.

We are actively seeking a highly skilled Aerospace Engineer with demonstrated expertise in industrial electronics and automation, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), control system design, and Python programming. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the design, simulation, and development of next-generation heavy-lift drones, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams specialising in systems engineering, production technology, automation, and avionics development. A minimum of one year of relevant production experience with heavy-lift multirotor Unmanned Aircraft

Systems (UAS) is a prerequisite. Prior experience in industrial systems and automation is highly

Please clearly state in your application if you have full rights to work in Australia advantageous.

Your tasks will broadly be as follows:

- Proficiency in Python programming for algorithm development, data analysis, and simulation

tools.
- Develop and optimise algorithms and simulation tools using programming languages such as

Python to facilitate testing, performance evaluation, and data analysis for UAV systems.
- Evaluate and improve UAV performance through iterative testing, aerodynamic optimisation,

and system integration, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Design and implement advanced flight control systems to maintain stability, enhance flight

dynamics, and enable autonomous operations for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Contribute to the optimisation of manufacturing assembly systems




- Integrate automated control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), to

enhance testing, validation, and automation processes in the production of UAV components and systems.
- Collaborate with R&D; and production teams to translate designs into manufacturable

solutions.
- Conduct comprehensive design and performance evaluations of UAV systems, identifying key

areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance overall system effectiveness. Qualifications/ Technical & Specialist Skills/ Experiences:
- Minimum Bachelor degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline, master’s

degree preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
- Experience in Control System Design for aerospace or robotics applications.
- Proficiency in Python programming for algorithm development, data analysis, and simulation

tools.
- Solid CAD skills for mechanical design.
- Knowledge of PLC-based automation and industrial electronics.
- Experience in the optimisation of manufacturing assembly systems.
- Experience in the design and integration of high-tech drone payloads.
- Experience in advanced manufacturing, including rapid prototyping of components and

structures for heavy-lift UAV systems.
- Excellent problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience with UAV or heavy-lift drone systems is considered advantageous.

Personal attributes/ Interpersonal skills:
- Organised, detail oriented and self-motivated
- Excellent communication skills to build rapport on site and handle queries effectively from

internal and external stakeholders and clients
- Competent in conflict and crisis management
- Excellent time management skills

Pay: $90,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Education

- Masters Degree (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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