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Robotics Engineer

QinetiQ

QinetiQ

Sydney, NSW, Australia
Posted on Aug 4, 2025

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Help shape next-generation robotics and autonomous systems for Defence.

Join a growing team working on cutting-edge robotics and mechatronics projects supporting complex Defence programs.

You'll bring strong technical foundations, a practical mindset, and confidence in both design and field-based environments.

Your day to day role will entail:

  • Solving complex engineering problems using standard and emerging technologies
  • Supporting Test and Trial activities in field environments
  • Contributing to delivery of complete systems or components of larger projects
  • Assisting other engineers while also working independently on defined tasks
  • Collaborating across disciplines including hardware, software, and systems teams

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Degree-qualified in Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, Software, Mechanical or a related field
  • Proficient in Python, C/C++, Linux environments
  • Experienced in the practical application of embedded systems, schematics, CAD tools (e.g., Solidworks or Inventor), and system testing
  • Strong at problem-solving and communication skills
  • Driven by safety and has a safety-first mindset with the ability to work in cross-functional teams

Based onsite in Sydney, this is a chance to apply your technical expertise, take a hands-on approach, and contribute with confidence across both design and field environments.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Ruth Harrison via email; rlharrison@qinetiq.com.au

Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance.

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Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.