All Orbits, All Planets - Join us on our journeyGilmour Space
is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles. The Head of Manufacturing Engineering will be required to lead a team of multi-disciplinary Manufacturing Engineers responsible for development and delivery of all aspects of Gilmour Space manufacturing processes. In this dynamic and rewarding position, this person will be required to develop a continuous improvement culture that drives results based on safety, delivery, and cost metrics. This individual must document and communicate across teams to ensure duties are performed in an efficient and timely manner whilst adhering to Gilmour Space policies and procedures.
Why you should join our mission:
You will be joining a team that is working together to achieve the unimaginable for human access to space.
You will be encouraged to reach your highest potential through continuous learning and embracing change.
This role also offers:
Unique opportunity to join a rocket company based on the Gold Coast, Australia.
Experience the buzz of working and contributing towards a rocket launch - Join the team now to be onboard in time for our launch date.
Work in a passionate, vibrant and welcoming team that's driven by its culture that emphasizes safety and conducts initiatives such as team BBQs.
Expand your skills and knowledge into the innovative aerospace industry.
Easy access from the M1.
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.
Lead and manage the Manufacturing Engineering department supporting multiple programs across Gilmour Space to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Lead and promote hands-on engineering and collaboration between the design teams and the manufacturing organisation as Gilmour Space works to iterate on designs and ramp into the manufacturing phase.
Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacturability, design for testability, yield improvements, supplier capabilities assessments, quality control, etc.
Lead the supply chain development for all manufacturing components and materials.
Manufacturing equipment, machinery and material selection.
Manufacturing tooling design and validation.
Prepare, review and maintain engineering documentation necessary for the transition from development to production including manufacturing processes, standards, assembly procedures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, bills of materials, suitable alternate parts lists and mechanical drawings.
Update and approve designs when necessary and authorised in response to manufacturing issues, parts/material obsolescence, and system requirement changes.
Champion continuous improvement efforts of established product to reduce issues, decrease manufacturing time, and lower costs.
Lead structured root cause analysis of in-process failures.
Champion a culture of quality, including fostering an environment of process rigor, integrity, peer accountability, and employee ownership of quality.
Meet aggressive and dynamic production schedules to keep downstream work-centres fulfilled.
Responsible for assessing and forecasting headcount needs of the department, and vetting the appropriate skill sets needed for new hires.
Think creatively and question the status quo while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards.
Develop, initiate, and enforce system policies and procedures in a fair manner such that accountability is created, and your team can grow strong as a group.
Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.
Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
We recognize 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!
Master's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
5+ years of experience working within manufacturing engineering in a professional setting (excluding internships).
3+ years' experience with CAD designing parts and assemblies (SolidWorks preferred, Inventor, CATIA etc.).
Demonstrated professional leadership experience of direct reports.
Ability to work well in an integrated team including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers.
Demonstrated record of high performance.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and written) with technicians, supervisors, engineers, and any other production support departments.
Experience with setting targets and expectations, and then working with a team to reach these targets, and ability to track progress.
Highly driven individual with great attention to detail.
Strong leadership skills with proven results.
Safety-focused mindset.
Experience delivering positive and constructive feedback to individuals.
Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments in a fast-paced work environment.
How to Apply:
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:
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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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