Aerospace Technician - Precision Assembly & Integration

Speedrun Talent Network; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI in Melbourne, Australia, seeks an experienced Aerospace Technician to join a hands-on manufacturing team building high-value, low-volume airborne systems. You’ll work across the full build lifecycle from incoming goods and inventory to assembly, documentation and testing, with opportunities in R&D and prototype development.

You’ll bring 5+ years in technician or manufacturing roles, strong electronics assembly, and experience in ISO9001/AS9100 quality environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in technician, assembly or manufacturing roles.
• Experience with ISO9001/AS9100 quality systems.
• Strong electronics assembly and integration experience.
• Experience in high-value, low-volume production environments.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and procedures.
• Permanent Residency or Citizenship in Australia.
• Aerospace or defence industry experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Owns the full lifecycle of the build process from incoming goods to assembly, documentation, integration, and testing.
• Collaborates with engineers and production staff across development and production stages.
• Supports R&D and prototype development activities for next-generation aerospace systems.

Skills

5+ years experience

ISO9001/AS9100

Electronics assembly

High-value low-volume production

Documentation

Inventory handling

Reading technical drawings

Australian residency

Job description

Shield AI in Melbourne, Australia, seeks an experienced Aerospace Technician to join a hands-on manufacturing team building high-value, low-volume airborne systems. You’ll work across the full build lifecycle from incoming goods and inventory to assembly, documentation and testing, with opportunities in R&D and prototype development.

You’ll bring 5+ years in technician or manufacturing roles, strong electronics assembly, and experience in ISO9001/AS9100 quality environments.