Black Sky Aerospace

Chemical / Process Engineer

About Us

Black Sky Aerospace (BSA) is the leading Australian rocket launch company, providing innovative sovereign capability across the space and defence domains. Black Sky Aerospace designs, manufactures, tests, and operates sub-orbital sounding rockets across its Queensland-based facilities and launch ranges. Our technology enabled the first commercial launch in Australia, and we are now expanding our team to scale our operations to new heights. 

Job Description

As a Chemical/Process Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Monitoring and management of chemical inventory, including hazardous chemicals,
  • Design, manufacture, and testing of solid propellant formulations,
  • Documentation of processes,
  • Maintaining the highest levels of safety,
  • Optimisation of solid propellant manufacturing processes.

Why Work with Us?

  • Work in a fast-paced environment
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Rockets are exhilarating! BSA perform regular launches from our range of sub-orbital launch sites
  • Work with a dynamic team, pushing the limits across a range of engineering disciplines
  • Gain experience in a wide range of skills

Criteria – Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, or equivalent,
  • 2 – 5 years of experience in a similar role,
  • Ability to obtain a National Security Clearance. This requires candidates to be Australian citizens,
  • Ability to create and modify chemical formulas to achieve mission objectives,
  • Ability to analyse, troubleshoot and problem solve chemical systems.

Criteria – Desired

  • Experience working within an Agile environment
  • Experience designing and implementing process automation

How To Apply

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or apply below.