Avionics Manufacturing Technician – Space Systems

Defence Co.; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilmour Space Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Avionics to join our high‑tech team building rockets in Australia. You will contribute to electronic/electrical assembly, system modification, harness manufacturing and prototype assembly under Engineers, following schematics.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Avionics with 3+ years in a high‑reliability manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a high reliability and quality manufacturing environment, space/aerospace preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of avionics and electrical systems as core competency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Passion for advancing the commercial space industry.

Responsibilities

• Electronic / Electrical assembly and system modification.
• Assembly of mechanical enclosure / components and harnesses.
• High level soldering to PCB level and fault diagnosis.
• Work with Engineers to assemble prototypes from schematics and report changes.
• Conduct and record product tests to support production processes.
• Operate power tools and perform manual handling safely.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and regulatory obligations.
• Identify safety, quality, efficiency and cost improvements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Quality and Manufacturing teams.

Skills

Avionics knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Manual dexterity

Education

Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Avionics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilmour Space Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Avionics to join our high‑tech team building rockets in Australia. You will contribute to electronic/electrical assembly, system modification, harness manufacturing and prototype assembly under Engineers, following schematics.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Avionics with 3+ years in a high‑reliability manufacturing setting.