Freespace Operations is 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.Key responsibilitiesDevelop and optimise algorithms and simulation tools using Python to facilitate testing, performance evaluation, and data analysis for UAV systemsEvaluate and improve UAV performance through iterative testing, aerodynamic optimisation, and system integration, ensuring reliability and safetyDesign and implement advanced flight control systems to maintain stability, enhance flight dynamics, and enable autonomous operations for unmanned aerial vehiclesContribute to the optimisation of manufacturing assembly systemsIntegrate automated control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), to enhance testing, validation, and automation processes in the production of UAV components and systemsCollaborate with R&D; and production teams to translate designs into manufacturable solutionsConduct comprehensive design and performance evaluations of UAV systems,



identifying key areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance overall system effectivenessAbout youMinimum Bachelor degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline, master's degree preferredMinimum one year of relevant production experience with heavy-lift multirotor Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)Demonstrated expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)Experience in Control System Design for aerospace or robotics applicationsProficiency in Python programming for algorithm development, data analysis, and simulation toolsKnowledge of PLC-based automation and industrial electronicsExperience in the optimisation of manufacturing assembly systemsExperience in the design and integration of high-tech drone payloadsOrganised, detail oriented and self-motivatedPlease clearly state in your application if you have full rights to work in AustraliaAbout usFreespace Operations is an Australian manufacturer of heavy-lift industrial unmanned aerial systems (UAS) based in Melbourne.
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📌 Drone Systems Engineer: Cfd, Control & Python Automation (Melbourne)
🏢 Freespace Operations
📍 Melbourne