Manufacturing Technician-Integration

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 'Manufacturing Technician - Integration' 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 innovative things to do:

• To carry out assignments associated with assembly and test of launch vehicle parts, components, and interfaces for electronic and mechanical systems
• Set up and operate test equipment, including multi-meters, current probes and break out boxes in lab and clean room environments
• Assist in testing hardware using written procedures and or work instructions
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports as required
• Evaluate and understand all engineering (CAD) drawings, verifying dimensions and ensure implementation according to specifications
• Ensure all parts are properly aligned and fitted in accordance with specifications
• Ensure all work complies with company procedures, engineering requirements and regulatory obligations
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency and cost
• Maintain effective working relationships with Engineering, Planning, Quality and Manufacturing teams
• Ability to accommodate off-hours work, as necessary, during certain build phases
• Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in a high reliability and quality manufacturing operating environment, ideally within the space / aerospace industry or aviation industry
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical, fluids, avionics and electrical systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal and organisational skills.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Industry experience preferred
• The ability to work independently and part of teams.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing
• Ability to rapidly adapt to changes in direction while working in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper usage of mechanics hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment
• Experience with computer-aided design software is desirable
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Experience with configuration management, non-conformance reporting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

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 careers page: www.gspace.com/career

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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