Work with cutting edge AI technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world's most challenging technical problems in the rapidly growing counter-drone sector.
Our customers operate in some of the most challenging and high-stakes environments in the world, including military organisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement. Protecting airspace in these settings requires technology that performs under pressure and teams that understand what's at stake. At DroneShield, employees work at the leading edge of counter-drone innovation, helping to address real-world security challenges as drone threats continue to evolveglobally.
With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia, now part of the ASX200 index, DroneShield is experiencing a period of hypergrowth. Revenue has surged from A$57 million in 2024 to over A$217 million in 2025, representing growth of more than 400% year-on-year, with record profitability and cashflow. The total addressable global market for counter-drone is assessed at approximately $100 billion, and is currently at the nascent stage with much of the growth still to come, with DroneShield well positioned as a global market leader, and the only public listed pure-play business in this sector.
The company has grown from 11 employees in 2017 to over 450 staff globally today, and is on track to reach around 550 by the end of 2026. This expansion includes investment of over A$50 million annually in R&D, a global pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and continuous scaling of production capacity to meet accelerating demand.
The role is based at DroneShield's central Sydney headquarters. Overseas on-the-ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Netherlands, Denmark, Mexico and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries worldwide.
About the role
DroneShield is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the team in Sydney, NSW. The position will report to Mechanical Engineering Lead. This role will be responsible for developing and sustaining DroneShield products, including SolidWorks CAD design, simulation / analysis, working with suppliers and testing.
Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations
* Bringing a practical and technical approach to mechanical engineering problem solving
* Consulting with various teams to understand requirements
* Developing mechanical solutions using SolidWorks
* Conducting simulations for strength / stress, deflection, thermal performance
* Producing and maintaining high quality manufacturing and assembly drawings
* Liaising with suppliers to understand manufacturing capabilities and limitations
* Creating accurate bill of materials
* Writing test plans, conducting and / or overseeing testing for thermal / strength
* Producing accurate and useful test reports that drive decision making
* Troubleshooting issues at all stages of the product lifecycle
* Developing and maintaining detailed records of design development, test results and decisions
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
* Degree in Mechanical / Mechatronics / Aerospace engineering, or equivalent practical experience
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with other teams / disciplines
* Ability to use theory / analysis / test results to drive good mechanical engineering decisions
* Experience conducting FEA / CFD / thermal simulation preferred / highly regarded
* SolidWorks and SolidWorks Simulation experience preferred / highly regarded
* Experience solving thermal issues preferred / highly regarded
* Experience with electronics or RF preferred / highly regarded
* Experience with GD+T preferred / highly regarded
* Design for manufacturing experience (CNC / plastic moulding / sheet-metal fabrication / 3D printing / welding) preferred / highly regarded
Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.
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