CareerPlan

Lead Systems Engineer

Yatala, QueenslandFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11
No visa sponsorshipCitizens or permanent residents onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead a team of engineers developing complex aerodynamics, thermal, and mechanical models for launch vehicles and satellite platforms.

Role type

Senior IC systems engineer (space/aerospace)

Builds

Launch vehicles, satellite platforms, advanced propulsion technologies

Domain

Aerospace / Space exploration

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

System modelling (low to high fidelity), mechanical CAD, FEA, CFD, Python programming, team leadership, technical authority on system modelling

Preferred skills

ANSYS Mechanical/NASTRAN, Fluent/Star CCM, C++ programming, CI/CD automation, systems engineering practices, waterfall and agile project management

Technologies

Python, C++, ANSYS, NASTRAN, Fluent, Star CCM, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of engineers developing complex aerodynamics, thermal, and mechanical models; Act as the Technical Authority on matters relating to System Modelling; Conduct and support System Modelling from low to high fidelity in all phases of the product life cycle; Provide expert direction, mentorship and support to the team; Prioritise work allocation for the team while assessing the needs and requirements of the various organisational programs; Lead coordination with the departments in the business.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership