Gilmour Space Technologies

Launching Australia Into Orbit

A homegrown rocket company with global ambition

Gilmour Space Technologies was founded in 2013 by brothers Adam and James Gilmour with a bold vision: to make space more accessible through innovative, cost-effective technology developed right here in Australia.

What began as a venture into spaceflight simulation quickly evolved into a full-scale rocket company. By 2016, they had launched the country’s first privately developed hybrid test rocket using 3D-printed fuel, a signal of what was to come.

Today, Gilmour Space is building the Eris launch vehicle, set to become Australia’s first orbital-class rocket. With a workforce of more than 150 engineers and growing, and a dedicated orbital spaceport in Bowen, Queensland, the company is preparing to carry satellites to space for commercial and government clients.

Why join Gilmour Space? Be part of Australia’s space future

You will help launch rockets This is not a figure of speech. Whether you are an engineer, technician, software developer or logistics coordinator, your work will directly support launches from Australia’s first commercial orbital spaceport.

World-class innovation, locally made Gilmour is one of the few companies globally to develop hybrid propulsion systems. The company builds most of its technology in-house, from propulsion and avionics to launch infrastructure.

Backed by Australia’s leading investors With over $140 million raised from Blackbird Ventures, Main Sequence, QIC, Hostplus and more, the company is well capitalised and has strong public and private sector support.

A true sovereign capability Gilmour Space is strengthening Australia’s independent access to space. If you want to work on missions that matter, including defence, climate monitoring and critical infrastructure, this is the place.

Shaping the future of launch services The company is not stopping at rockets. Gilmour is building an entire ecosystem: satellite rideshare services, mission integration, and launch infrastructure, offering new careers at every level of the space supply chain.

The journey so far 2015: Transitioned from simulators to hybrid propulsion development

2016: Launched Australia’s first privately built hybrid test rocket

2020: Announced plans for Bowen Orbital Spaceport

2021: Closed $61 million Series C funding round

2024: Raised $55 million in Series D

2025: Scheduled launch of Eris Block 1 — Australia’s first orbital rocket

If you are curious about space, driven by engineering challenges, or excited by the idea of helping launch Australia’s space industry, there is a place for you at Gilmour Space.