Machinist

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 Machinist 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:

• Utilising both manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture to print low volume, precision components suitable for use in aerospace applications
• Carrying out engineering requests that support the development and manufacture of jigs, fixtures, and specialised tooling, ensuring tooling is always in compliance to industry standards
• Ensuring good manufacturing practice always applies whilst providing ongoing maintenance and organization of toolroom equipment
• Interfacing with the engineering team to ensure manufacturing constraints are incorporated in the design process
• Grow the company’s precision manufacturing capability by assessing and suggesting appropriate hardware and staff to meet company goals
• Supporting other manufacturing tasks as dictated by the needs of the business

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Trade qualified Toolmaker or Fitter & Turner Machinist
• 3 years’ experience manufacturing precision components using lathes, mills, and general workshop equipment
• NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

We recognise you may not meet all of the below, but don’t let that deter you. We are always looking for hard workers to join our team, so what are you waiting for? Let’s send Australia to space!

• Experience manufacturing components that require a high level of accuracy
• Experience in manufacture of aerospace grade components small and large
• Experience working with a range of materials
• Experience CNC Setting and operating Mills / Lathes
• Ability to read drawings; Job specifications / Instructions

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 (gspace.com). 

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.