Assembly, integration, and testing of RF and digital communication units in production, including finepitch
PCB assembly work, cable and harness assembly, and mechanical integration
Functional, environmental, and RF performance testing of units using laboratory test equipment (e.g. spectrum analysers, vector network analysers, signal generators, power meters, oscilloscopes)
Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of production failures down to component level, and documenting findings in non-conformance reports.
Supporting the development team with industrialisation tasks, including test jig development, work instruction creation, and design-for-manufacture feedback.
Supporting product qualification and acceptance testing, including thermal cycling, vibration, and thermal vacuum test campaigns
Maintaining accurate build records and test data in line with quality management system requirements
Handling flight hardware in accordance with ESD, cleanliness procedures
Contributing to continuous improvement of production processes, yields, and throughput
Requirements
B-Tech Degree / Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or equivalent qualification with demonstrable relevant experience
Minimum 5 years' experience as an AIT Technician or in a similar position working with RF and communication systems
Experience working in an electronic engineering or electronic manufacturing environment
Experience in the Aerospace or Space Industry, with a particular focus on RF testing, RF fault-finding and exposure to automated testing equipment as well as scripted test environments
Technical Skills
Electronic production and precision assembly of cable, and harness assemblies
Digital electronics and RF testing, including the use of spectrum analysers, vector network analysers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
Component-level fault-finding on analogue, digital, and RF circuits using schematics and test procedures
Interpretation of engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and work instructions
ESD-safe handling practices and moisture-sensitive device (MSD) handling
Computer literacy, including recording and reporting of test results