Melbourne
About The Role
The Mechanical Design Engineer plays a key role in designing, developing and delivering innovative aerospace components, systems and tooling within Swinburne’s AIR Hub. Working across a diverse portfolio of projects, the role supports the advancement of cutting-edge technologies in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), advanced manufacturing and aerospace engineering.
This hands-on position leads the end-to-end design process, from concept development and CAD modelling through to prototyping, testing, manufacturing and system integration. The role works closely with researchers, industry partners and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes and drive innovation across the aerospace sector.
As a senior technical specialist, the Mechanical Design Engineer provides expert engineering advice, leads technical workstreams, contributes to research and industry collaborations, and supports the development of engineering capability within the AIR Hub through mentoring, knowledge sharing and stakeholder engagement.
Further information about this role can be found in the attached position description.
About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Systems, or a related field with suitable experience
About Swinburne University Of Technology
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.
Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.
What We Offer You!
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To Apply
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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
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Applications Close: Tuesday 23rd June 2026, 11pm
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at [email protected] or call +61 3 9214 3550.
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Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action , Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.
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