Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electronics Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and efficiency of our electronic assemblies.
Responsibilities
- Liaise between design and manufacturing teams to optimize electronic assemblies for manufacturability.
- Provide expert input into the manufacturability of electronic components.
- Participate in design reviews with a focus on manufacturing feasibility, quality control, tooling requirements, and process optimization.
- Prepare detailed documentation for manufacturing processes, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), inspection criteria, work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Develop advanced in-house SMT PCBA manufacturing and test capabilities to a flight standard.
- Lead the commissioning of PCBA machines including stencil printer, pick-and-place, reflow soldering, PCB washing machine & x-ray inspection.
- Act as the primary point of contact for electronics/avionics production, including manufacturing troubleshooting and root cause analysis of manufacturing issues, investigating and implementing corrective actions for non-conforming components or processes.
- Lead supply chain development for electronics components, materials and externally manufactured assemblies.
- Update designs when necessary, in response to manufacturing issues, parts/material obsolescence, and system requirement changes.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts of established product to reduce issues, decrease manufacturing time, and lower costs.
- Develop training materials to enable onboarding and up-skilling of technicians.
- Deliver conformance to relevant NASA, IPC & ECSS standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering or closely related areas (Or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of experience working in a professional electronics setting.
- Strong understanding of electronics assembly fundamentals, including manual and automated PCB soldering techniques and NDT inspection/test methods.
- Understanding of PCB design and manufacturing standards e.g. IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001 series & ISO ****.
- Strong understanding of ESD standards e.g. ANSI/ESD S*****.
- Background in lean, including SPC, Time & Motion Study and Six Sigma.
- Understanding of automated SMT PCBA production.
- NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred.
Benefits
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.
Why Join Us
We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Our mission is to get Australia to space, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace culture that reflects our values.