Current opportunities

Product Owner
Full-time - Hybrid
Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About the role:

As an Arkeus Product Owner you will work with specialist engineers in a high-performing Product Team to design, develop, and field novel technologies into complex environments. In this backdrop you will be responsible for driving outcomes that cover the complete product life cycle: customer engagement, design, development, testing, and delivery. In the operational tempo you will rely heavily on the program office to support your engagement and decision making, technical leads for validation and direction on product strategy, and your own business acumen in navigating the complex trade-space of time, cost, and responsiveness.  

Your role will include team-mentorship and identification of key areas of strength and weakness, and strategies growing and addressing both. In cases your product roadmap may be the most technically challenging and innovative work within Arkeus. Your role in managing this complexity and opportunity will be the dividing line between team success and failure. It is essential that you look to un-block the team daily but also maintain the product vision and continue to see the “forest from the trees”.

Quality products are core to your deliverables. Meeting your customer’s expectations and charting a path to deliver a compelling experience at each stop on the product roadmap. In this way you will be responsible for all aspects of the product, reporting directly to Arkeus leadership and managing your customer directly. Success is within your control.  

Experience in Defence industry and/or operational settings will be an asset to accessing, managing, and coordinating the types of product-related events, trials, serials, and proving events central to product development cycles. An interest in aviation, uncrewed air vehicles, or optical systems will be helpful as many of the Arkeus technologies relate to these domains.

About you:

- Excited to align product roadmap with customer operational need

- Knowledgeable in Defence operational environment

- Confident to communicate technical and non-technical challenges aspect of the product to Customer and Arkeus Leadership.

- Able to take full accountable of your product.

Key responsibilities:

- Providing Vision, Goals and Context for the products

- Define Product roadmap to deliver compelling customer experiences

- Report progress, challenge and risk to Customer and Leadership

- Lead the Product team and ensure timely product delivery

- Creating, prioritizing, and managing the backlog

Your experience and skills:

- Bachelor's degree inMechatronic, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field

- At least 10 years ofexperience in the Defence industry

- Experience in Productownership, Product Management or Technical Project Management.

- Ability to travel domestically as needed.

Nice to have:
What we offer:

- We make incredible things – you will be working in a company at the forefront of innovation in Australia.

- You will collaborate with experienced leaders, with backgrounds in aerospace, defence and academic research and development – and just as much passion and energy as you have.  

- You will become a part of a close-knit, inclusive, and connected team, immersed in a dynamic startup culture. We focus on recruiting the best – this is the opportunity to surround yourself with other like-minded professionals who enjoy working in an environment where we are inspired by the passion and capability of the very people we work with.

- You will benefit from workplace flexibility and work-life balance. 

- You’ll get the opportunity to mentor bright emerging talent through our highly sought-after intern program and strong connections with universities.

- You have an opportunity to get in on the ground floor with our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP)

- We will give you the chance to make a real difference.

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above, and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!
Manufacturing Engineer
Full-time - Hybrid
Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About the role:

Arkeus is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to setup and manage our Manufacturing facilities and all related processes. You’ll guide the Manufacturing process, Supply Management set up the right Quality assurance. Reporting directly to the COO, you will be a key member of the operation team and work closely with the C-Suite to support Arkeus' ambitious growth.

About you:

·        An engineer with strong interest to set up manufacturing processand supply chain.

·        Able communicator who can collaborates confidently with suppliersand cross-functional teams.

·        Experienced professional with a passion for growing and empoweringthe manufacturing teams.

·        Passion by technology and High-Tech Product, you’ll be proud to manufacturing high quality and high value products.

Key responsibilities:

·        Design and manage production cells for aerospace sensor products ,ensuring efficient layouts and workflows.

·        Develop and implement manufacturing processes, including assembly, testing, and quality improvements.

·        Define and manage Bills of Materials (BOM), coordinating with local suppliers to support domestic sourcing.

·        Source and maintain production equipment, including installation and preventive maintenance programs.

·        Lead recruitment, training, and supervision of production staff while promoting a culture of safety and quality.

Your experience and skills:

·        Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or related field(or equivalent experience)

·        Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/ production engineering role

·        Experience with small-scale high value production lines.

·        Proficiency in manufacturing software and tools(e.g., ERP/PLM systems, CAD).

·        Experience in Defence or aerospace industry.

·        Experience with electronics assembly, PCB manufacture and testing

·        Experience in automating manufacturing process 

Nice to have:
What we offer:

●     We make incredible things – you will be working in a company at the forefront of innovation in Australia.

●     You will collaborate with experienced leaders, with backgrounds in aerospace, Defence and academic research and development – and just as much passion and energy as you have.  

●     You will become a part of a close-knit, inclusive, and connected team, immersed in a dynamic startup culture. We focus on recruiting the best – this is the opportunity to surround yourself with other like-minded professionals who enjoy working in an environment where we are inspired by the passion and capability of the very people we work with.

●     You will benefit from workplace flexibility and work-life balance. 

●     You have an opportunity to get in on the ground floor with our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP)

●     We will give you the chance to make a rea difference.

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above, and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!
Engineering Manager
Full-time - Hybrid
Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About the role:

Arkeus is seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead our talented engineering team as we expand our cutting-edge autonomous optical systems. This is acritical leadership role, balancing 50/50 technical direction and team leadership, contributing directly to business success. You’ll guide the technology roadmap, drive engineering excellence, and ensure we remain ahead of emerging technologies while delivering mission-critical solutions. Reporting directly to the CTO, you will be a key member of the leadership team and work closely with the C-Suite to support Arkeus' ambitious growth.

About you:

·        A visionary leader who thrives on solving complex problems at the intersection of AI, optics, and autonomy.

·        Strong communicator who collaborates confidently with the C-Suite and cross-functional teams.

·        Experienced mentor with a passion for growing and empowering engineering teams.

·        Business-savvy with a sharp understanding of how engineering directly impacts company success, including managing P&L.

Key responsibilities:

·        Drive the research and integration of emerging technologies in AI, optics, and autonomous systems to maintain Arkeus’ technological leadership.

·        Lead and mentor the engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and high performance.

·        Oversee engineering design principles, documentation, and process optimisation to ensure efficiency and scalability.

·        Collaborate with the leadership team and C-Suite to contribute to strategic decisions, aligning engineering initiatives with business objectives.

·        Manage the engineering P&L, ensuring responsible budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.

Your experience and skills:

·        Bachelor's or master’s degree in Electronics,Aerospace, Software, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

·        Proven leadership experience in engineeringteams, ideally within the defence, aerospace, or autonomous systems sectors.

·        Lead and support a high-performing engineeringteam, fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technicalexcellence.

·        Deep technical expertise in AI, optics,autonomous platforms, or related emerging technologies.

·        Demonstrated ability to balance technicalleadership with strategic business contributions.

·        Experience managing engineering budgets, with asolid understanding of P&L.

·        Strong mentorship capabilities, with a history of developing high-performing teams.

Nice to have:
What we offer:

●     We make incredible things – you will be working in a company at the forefront of innovation in Australia.

●     You will collaborate with experienced leaders, with backgrounds in aerospace, Defence and academic research and development – and just as much passion and energy as you have.  

●     You will become a part of a close-knit, inclusive, and connected team, immersed in a dynamic startup culture. We focus on recruiting the best – this is the opportunity to surround yourself with other like-minded professionals who enjoy working in an environment where we are inspired by the passion and capability of the very people we work with.

●     You will benefit from workplace flexibility and work-life balance. 

●     You’ll get the opportunity to mentor bright emerging talent through our highly sought-after intern program and strong connections with universities.

●     You have an opportunity to get in on the ground floor with our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP)

We will give you the chance to make a real difference.

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above, and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!
Production Manager
Full-time - onsite
Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About the role:

Arkeus is seeking an experienced Production Manager to setup and manage our Production facilities and all related processes. This is a critical leadership role, balancing 50/50 technical direction and team leadership, contributing directly to business success. You’ll guide the Manufacturing process, Supply Management set up the right Quality assurance and ensure appropriate Health and Safety compliance. Reporting directly to the COO, you will be a key member of the leadership team and work closely with the C-Suite to support Arkeus' ambitious growth.

About you:
  • A visionary leader who thrives on defining efficient manufacturing process and supply chain.
  • Strong communicator who collaborates confidently with the C-Suite and cross-functional teams.
  • Experienced mentor with a passion for growing and empowering the manufacturing teams.
  • Passion by technology and High-Tech Product, you’ll be proud to manufacturing high quality and high value products.
Key responsibilities:
  • Design and manage production cells for defence sensor products, ensuring efficient layouts and workflows.
  • Develop and implement manufacturing processes, including assembly, testing, and quality improvements.
  • Define and manage Bills of Materials (BOM), coordinating with local suppliers to support domestic sourcing.
  • Source and maintain production equipment, including installation and preventive maintenance programs.
  • Lead recruitment, training, and supervision of production staff while promoting a culture of safety and quality.
Your experience and skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing / production engineering role
  • Experience with small-scale high value production lines.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in manufacturing software and tools (e.g., ERP/PLM systems, CAD).
  • Experience in Defence or aerospace industry.
  • Experience with electronics assembly, PCB manufacture and testing
  • Experience in automating manufacturing process
Nice to have:
What we offer:
  • We make incredible things – you will be working in a company at the forefront of innovation in Australia.  
  • You will collaborate with experienced leaders, with backgrounds in aerospace, Defence and academic research and development – and just as much passion and energy as you have.    
  • You will become a part of a close-knit, inclusive, and connected team, immersed in a dynamic startup culture. We focus on recruiting the best – this is the opportunity to surround yourself with other like-minded professionals who enjoy working in an environment where we are inspired by the passion and capability of the very people we work with.  
  • You will benefit from workplace flexibility and work-life balance.   
  • You have an opportunity to get in on the ground floor with our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP)  
  • We will give you the chance to make a real difference.

 

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!  

If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above, and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
Full-time onsite
Port Melbourne, VIC Australia
About the role:

Arkeus is a world leader in wide-area autonomous optical search systems, serving the Search, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance space for Defense, Civil Defense, and Environmental Sustainment applications. We specialise in the design, fabrication, manufacturing, and distribution of these cutting-edge systems. With funding from deep-tech and industry-focused investors – Main Sequence, Beaten Zone Venture Partners, and Salus Ventures – we are scaling our next-generation hardware-enabled software platform to help improve security and save lives.

We are a small, dynamic company fueled by energy, passion, and ambition. Our inclusive, transparent, and engaging culture prioritises building a diverse workforce. We believe that to attract the best talent, our culture must welcome people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

As a Lead Machine Learning Engineer at Arkeus, you will spearhead the development of cutting-edge AI models for real-time, edge-based applications. You will be responsible for designing scalable ML architectures, building reusable training pipelines, and optimizing models for compute-constrained environments. In this leadership role, you will mentor a small team of engineers, guiding them through technical challenges and ensuring best practices in ML development. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of AI innovation, shaping next-generation ISR technologies while contributing to real-world impact.

About you:
  • A visionary ML Architect with a strong foundation in designing scalable and efficient machine learning models.
  • Passionate about building and enhancing custom AI architectures to solve real-world challenges.
  • Experienced in leading and mentoring engineering teams, fostering technical excellence, and driving innovation.
Key responsibilities:
  • Lead, manage, and mentor a small team of machine learning engineers, guiding them in developing robust AI solutions.
  • Design and implement ML models tailored for Arkeus products, ensuring they meet performance and accuracy benchmarks.
  • Develop reusable data and training pipelines in Python, optimizing for efficiency and scalability.
  • Evaluate, select, and advocate for the best ML architectures, addressing unique challenges in real-time AI on the edge.
Your experience and skills:
  • Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, or a related field.
  • Strong ability to analyze and implement research papers, translating cutting-edge research into practical applications.
  • Industry expertise in ML, with a demonstrated ability to step into a leadership role and drive technical strategy.
  • Proficiency in Python, with experience in designing scalable and maintainable ML solutions.
  • Expertise in working with compute-constrained environments, optimising models for real-time and edge applications  
Nice to have:
What we offer:
  • We create incredible things – you will be working at a company at the forefront of innovation in Australia.
  • You will collaborate with experienced leaders who have backgrounds in aerospace, defense, and academic research and development – all sharing the same passion and energy as you.
  • You will become part of a close-knit, inclusive, and connected team, immersed in a dynamic startup culture. We focus on recruiting the best – this is your opportunity to work alongside like-minded professionals who thrive in an environment inspired by the passion and capabilities of the people around them.
  • You will benefit from workplace flexibility and a strong focus on work-life balance.
  • You’ll also have the opportunity to get in on the ground floor with our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP).
  • We will give you the chance to make a real difference.
If this sounds like you, please apply even if you don't check every box listed above, and join our growing team in improving security and saving lives!

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