QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. We deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Our determination to deliver and improve today, and anticipate and improve tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting and rewarding place to work and learn.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We are currently accepting applications for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Integrated Engineering Service team based in Sydney.

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for mechanical design, prototyping and testing in a hardware development environment for electro-mechanical assemblies.

The role exists within a high performing and growing team, where staff are fully supported. The successful candidate will contribute to the overall improvement in quality of delivering engineering services to QinetiQ’s customers within a safe working environment.

The Mechanical Engineer will be accountable for:

• Liaising with electronics engineers for the integration of electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Performing mechanical design of components and assemblies within a marine and underwater environment
• Working with suppliers for the manufacture of components.
• Hands-on prototyping and testing of developmental equipment.
• Coordination of verification testing such as environmental testing to MIL-STDs.
• Documentation of design justification, procedures, test reports, etc.

• Making responsible decisions on matters assigned, including the establishment of professional engineering standards and procedures, consult, recommends and advises in specialty engineering areas.
• Attaining an Engineering Authority under the QinetiQ and/or customers Engineering Management System
• Delivering services to customers that enhance QinetiQ’s reputation as a trusted provider and partner.
• Providing input into quotations for customer work including technical delivery method, resource requirements and estimated level of effort.
• Compliance with legislative, regulatory, QinetiQ Quality Management Systems, Employee Safety requirements.

As a suitably experienced and well- rounded engineering professional, the Mechanical Engineer will have:

• A Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in a hardware development environment
• A general understanding of the design lifecycle and development within a Systems Engineering context.
• Experience designing within a CAD environment including the creation of technical engineering drawings in accordance with AS1100.
• Ability to perform mechanical analysis (FEA experience considered advantageous).
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing techniques and general design for manufacture
• Experience of systems utilised in a marine and underwater environment (considered advantageous).
• Experience with the design and analysis of structures and components in accordance with relevant Australian standards (considered advantageous
• Experience with working within a Defence environment.
• Strong team working skills within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Well-developed communication skills (written and verbal)
• Integrity and high personal ethical standards that align with QinetiQ standards

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an NV1 Australian Defence security clearance.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne, People Partner via email; rbyrne@qinetiq.com.au

Applications will close on 3rd April 2026

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.

Some of our benefits include:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

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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.