Electronic Technician

At BAE Systems Australia * Do interesting work that MATTERS * ENJOY what you do * GROW your career * Be YOU We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible. Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work. About the OPPORTUNITY We have an opportunity to join our Red Ochre Autonomy and Sensors program as an Electronic Technician, based at Edinburgh Parks Adelaide. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight. The Electronic Technician will support the engineering effort in the Electronic Warfare Sensors and Effectors (EWS&E) group. Key responsibilities include: * Assemble and wire analogue, digital and microwave prototype and production equipment * Design, construct, test, fault find and modify prototype, production equipment and printed circuit boards (PCBs) for radio frequency, analogue and digital * Support production of circuit board layouts, schematics and diagrams. * Produce radio frequency and analogue PCBs using the PCB Milling prototyping system * Support the Engineering Warfare Lab Manager in day to day operation of the lab environment About YOU * Relevant qualification or experience in Electronics * Aptitude in problem solving, ideally in fault finding of electronic systems and equipment * Keen interest in electronics manufacturing and engineering drawings and specifications * Interest, and ideally experience using CAD packages * Good computer literacy * Good communications skills * Enjoys working in a team environment We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. About US You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant. To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au Clearances As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.