Electrical Engineer I (Launch Ops)

Gilmour Space Technologies Pty

Job Location:

Bowen - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 85000 - 97000

Posted on: 06-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

All Orbits All Planets - Join us on our journey

Gilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.

Are you a creative and experienced Electrical Engineer I 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 nows your chance! Gilmour Space is seeking a talented individual to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space! Conveniently located in Bowen North QLD near some of the best beaches in the world and sunsets you will be based at Australias first orbital Launch Site. 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 lets 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 innovative things to do.

Contributing as part of a team of Electrical Engineers to deliver Electrical products and services
Adhering to and participating in development of engineering processes including: requirements definition preliminary / detailed design review procurement / manufacture assembly integration and verification / validation
Participating in the development of Electrical engineering designs processes and activities for the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) including launch fluid systems test stands and supporting infrastructure
To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for Electrical units.
Develop written procedures and checklists for performing test & commissioning operations and support test teams as required.
Supporting investigations troubleshooting modifications and fixes / repairs
Support launch preparations and launch operations as needed
Engaging with external suppliers subcontractors and stakeholders
Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies plans and procedures
Other duties as requested by Management

Mandatory Qualifications Skills and Experience:

Bachelors Degree in Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering or a relevant qualification
Ability to operate in dynamic fast paced environments
Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations

Desired QualificationsSkills and Experience:

Familiarity in Systems Engineering practises
Familiarity developing electrical control panels (motor control centres distribution boards Marshalling panels etc.)
Familiarity manufacturing electrical equipment (batteries solar panels inverters motors etc.) preferred
Familiarity developing Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) screens
Familiarity developing Programmable Logic Controller projects using standard industrial equipment
Familiarity with industrial safety critical/real time control applications
Familiarity of pressure temperature and flow measurement instrumentation
Familiarity developing and manufacturing harnesses
Familiarity constructing and commissioning Electrical control panels
Familiarity with space engineering standards (GSFC-STD-7000A SMC-S-016 RCC 319 DO-254 DO-178)
Familiarity with both waterfall and agile project management frameworks
Demonstrated engineering experience within the industrial engineering environment
Ability to work in a high-paced challenging work environment
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 department

How to Apply:

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion to get Australia to space and a desire to succeed please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter or head to our website: CAREER Gilmour Space Technologies Rocket launch provider ().

Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

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