All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journey Gilmour Space is a leading Australian space company, developing launch vehicles, satellite platforms, advanced propulsion technologies; and launching from our licensed orbital spaceport in Bowen, North Queensland.

Are you a creative and experienced 'Lead System Modeller Engineer' 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 cutting-edge things to do:

Lead and manage a team of engineers developing complex aerodynamics, thermal, and mechanical models

Lead the team technically with support from the Chief Engineer

Ownership of the System Modeller processes, tools and technologies

Act as the Technical Authority, if requested, on matters relating to System Modelling

Conduct and support System Modelling from low to high fidelity in all phases of our products life cycle





Ensure the completion of work packages from the Launch Vehicle and Launch Site Product Heads as well as engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders, where required

Provide expert direction, mentorship and support to the team

Prioritise work allocation for the team while assessing the needs and requirements of the various organisational programs

Lead coordination with the departments in the business

Demonstrate desirable role model traits for junior engineers to look up to

Work with the Human Resources team to grow and manage the team as required

Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering or a relevant qualification

5+ years experience in engineering modelling

Ability to model a complex system, using fundamental mechanical/aerothermal principles, and taking into account mission specific constraints and requirements. This can range from basic hand calculations to creating/using purpose-built tools, depending on the modelling fidelity required. Must be able to demonstrate sound engineering judgment in the choice of tools, priorities and processes as appropriate to the situation at hand.

Experience with mechanical CAD Software

Experience with FEA and CFD

Experience programming in Python





Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies with minimal guidance

Proven ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments

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 organisation

Maintains or is eligible for CPENG and RPEQ

Ability to obtain NV1 Security Clearance

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Proficient in ANSYS Mechanical and/or NASTRAN FEA

Proficient in Fluent and/or Star CCM CFD and/or ANSYS Thermal Desktop

Proficient in data analysis techniques, including manipulation of raw data from testing for obtaining useful inputs to analysis or for verifying analysis results

Demonstrated engineering experience within the space, aerospace or automotive industries

Experience working with Systems Engineering practises

Experience programming in C++

Experience automating software CI/CD pipelines

Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills

Exceptional time management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to rapidly change goals while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

Experience with both waterfall and agile project management frameworks

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Leadership, motivational and/or negotiating skill. Anticipates and responds to the needs of others

Proven Ability to prioritize and manage work demands and deliver outcomes

Self-motivated, results oriented with a high level of attention to detail

Demonstrated commitment to health

📌 Lead System Modeller Engineer (Gold Coast)
🏢 Gilmour Space Technologies
📍 Gold Coast