Electrical Engineer I

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 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 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:

Contributing as part of a team of Electrical Engineers to deliver hardware products

Participating in the development of Electrical Engineering designs, processes and activities

To undertake accountability as a Responsible Engineer for hardware and/or software produced by the Electrical Engineering team

Adhering to and participating in product development engineering processes including: requirements definition, preliminary / detailed design, review, procurement / manufacture, assembly, integration and verification / validation

Conduct technical analysis, trade studies, design and sizing of solutions

Supporting investigations, troubleshooting, modifications and fixes / repairs

Supporting execution of Research and Development activities

Engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders

Ensure engineering activities and documentation are conducted in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures

Other duties as requested by Management

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant qualification

Ability to operate in dynamic, fast paced environments

Demonstrated resilience in high stress situations

NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Experience with electrical motors, actuators, batteries, power systems, or electrical wiring interconnection systems

Experience working with industrial automation technology such as SCADA and PLCs

Exposure to C/C++, electronics, FPGA's, and embedded programming

Familiarity with the National Instruments platform, particularly LabVIEW

Familiarity with HMI design.

Exceptional time management, communication, and people skills

Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with Engineering and Production teams

Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working 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

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

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.

12 August 2026

Yatala Queensland, Australia

Base Salary Plus Superannuation

Full Time

Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

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