About the role DroneShield's Design Team is expanding and we are looking for a Junior Industrial Designer to join the team in Sydney, NSW. The position will report to the Design Engineering Lead and represents a unique opportunity to design sophisticated, leading-edge equipment and technology within the defence space. DroneShield has a strong foundation in Industrial Design with various industry-leading products performing with militaries and government agencies around the world. Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations Support the design and development of new products from concept through to production Conduct research and feasibility studies that support the core product development Collaborate with product, systems and hardware engineering teams to integrate mechanical and electronic requirements Preparing prototypes and mock-ups for testing and evaluation Contribute to products at all stages of the product lifecycle cycle Liaise with suppliers and fabricators to resolve design or manufacturing challenges Assist in maintaining design and assembly documentation, CAD models, BOMs, and revision control within the PDM/PLM system Actively build design skills and stay up to date with C-UAS/defence industry, materials and technologies Qualifications, Experience and Skills A degree in a relevant product/industrial design discipline A portfolio showcasing your design process and presentation skills Good ideation and sketching skills to clearly communicate your ideas An understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly Efficient with Software tools - SolidWorks, and Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Expertise with product visualisation and rendering (Keyshot preferred) Excellent communication and collaboration skills The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, deliver and meet deadlines Australian citizenship is preferred for Baseline and potential NV1 clearance Make sure you upload your portfolio in cover letter section when you apply. Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.
