Electronics and Harnessing Technician

We are fast becoming a leading mid to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites. Our optical payload products aim to offer complete space imaging solutions for small satellites with plans to expand. We are a fast-growing, dynamic team of enthusiastic engineers that supplies space and satellite companies from around the globe.

Position Overview: The technician will join the Production Team and assist in activities regarding, but not limited to, administration, harnessing, mechanics assembly, electronics assembly, integration and testing.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

• Assembly, Integration and Testing of complex harnesses: Precise wire preparation, stripping, crimping and soldering

• Pin placement according to harness specifications
• Back-potting of connectors with epoxy adhesive
• Buzz testing and functional testing of harnesses
  • Assembly, Integration and Testing of Electronic Assemblies: Assist with production activities of Imager Electronics
• Incoming inspection and serialisation of Printed Circuit Boards
• Staking and conformal coating of Printed Circuit Assemblies
• Read, interpret and execute electronic and mechanical assemblies based on provided procedure or assembly instructions
  • Ensure production related documentation is completed and up to date:
• Production Orders
• Production Work Instructions
• Key Inspection Points Checked (Quality Control is enforced)
• All Quality Assurance points are signed off by QA or Team Lead

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have a National Senior Certificate as a minimum.
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the following areas: High complexity, low volume, electronic printed circuit assembly.
• SMD hand soldering
• Harness manufacturing
• Handling electrostatic sensitive discharge (ESDS) components and printed circuit assemblies
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word and Excel)

Recommendations:

• IPC-Class 3 certification will be beneficial.
• Previous work experience in a cleanroom environment.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry.
• Niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• Cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.
• A friendly working environment