Electrical/Electronics Technician

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom. 

QinetiQ is developing at an incredible pace year on year and we’re not slowing down!

This is an exciting phase in our history and we are looking for an experienced Electrical/Electronics Technician, based in Port Melbourne that will see you working within our Engineering Services division.   

As the Electrical/Electronics Technician, your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to;

• Assembly, test, fault finding and integration of mechanical and/or electronic systems for defence use
• Integration of trial assemblies to platforms
• Assembling and installing electrical and electronic systems in a range of equipment using 12v and 230v systems
• Performing electronic diagnostics and fault finding
• Conduct maintenance, repair and overhaul of QinetiQ products and assemblies
• Support QA of material and sub-assemblies (inwards and outwards)
• Performing function and end of line checks and tests
• Provide input into new product development and installation guides
• Provide input into operating and maintenance documentation

To be successful in the role of Electrical/Electronics Technician, you will need demonstrated experience, knowledge & skills in the following areas:

• Automotive, Aerospace and/or Robotic electrical experience within a defence environment
• Mechanical aptitude during assembly work
• Ability to work in a changing environment both forward on customer test/range environments and within a workshop environment
• Computer and IT literate proficient in Microsoft Office products
• A strong customer focus and be driven to achieve agreed targets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience interpreting and working with CAD models and design tools (Preferred but not essential)
• Defence experience (Preferred but not essential)

Qualifications 

• Minimum certificate III in electro technology, communications, electrical or electro-mechanical systems
• IPC Certified (600/610/620) (Preferred but not essential)

Candidates will be required to obtain an Australian Government secret clearance which will require Australian citizenship. QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates

 Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

A full list of our employee benefits can be found here: https://www.qinetiq.com/en-au/careers/benefits

For any further detail, or if you want to chat further - please reach out to me directly at wguest@qinetiq.com.au

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work,  meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Gender Equality Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan we also encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.