Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Defence & Space Technologies

Location: Adelaide, Lot Fourteen Innovation Precinct

Join QuantX Labs, a world-leading deep-tech company pushing the boundaries of quantum sensing and high-performance timekeeping technologies for Defence, Space, and commercial markets.

Why join us?

• Be part of an energetic and innovative team in Adelaide’s Lot Fourteen innovation hub.
• Work on cutting-edge quantum clocks and oscillators destined for defence and space missions.
• Contribute to real-world products that make an impact globally.
• Embrace our values of being bold, striving for excellence and always trustworthy.

About the role

We’re growing our Mechanical Engineering team and looking for a highly capable Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee and contribute across design, prototyping, and transition-to-production of advanced mechanical systems.

You will lead a small but highly skilled team, contribute systems engineering expertise, and collaborate across disciplines to bring pioneering technologies to life.

What you’ll do

• Lead and develop our Mechanical Engineering capability.
• Oversee design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems.
• Contribute to all phases of the product development lifecycle (R&D through to production).
• Mentor and support a diverse team of engineers and technicians.
• Drive process and design improvements in a collaborative environment.

About you

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years’ experience.
• Proven leadership experience in engineering teams.
• Hands-on experience across R&D, design, validation, and production environments.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Previous experience in Defence, Space, or start-up environments is highly regarded.
• Eligible for an Australian Defence Security Clearance (must be an Australian Citizen).

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to contribute to world-leading technologies.
• Work in a vibrant, collaborative workplace at Lot Fourteen.
• Join a rapidly growing company with a strong pipeline of projects in Defence and Space.

How to apply:

If you’re ready to take your expertise to the next level and lead groundbreaking work in Defence and Space, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience.