Electronics Technician 1D

QinetiQ Limited; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LinkedIn Learning access

Purchased leave & loyalty leave

Salary continuance insurance

Annual volunteering leave

Relaxed dress code

Up to 18 weeks paternity leave

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited in Melbourne invites applications for an experienced Electronics Technician 1D to join our team in Fisherman’s Bend. The role supports diverse electronic system projects, requiring accuracy, adaptability and collaboration with engineers, project managers and clients.

The successful candidate will hold a Certificate III in Electronics & Communications (or equivalent) and IPC certifications, with Australian Defence security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Electronics & Communications or equivalent.
• IPC-610 certification or ability to obtain.
• IPC-7711/7721 certification or ability to obtain.
• IPC-620 certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electronic system projects to budget, schedule and quality.
• Work with engineers, project managers and clients.
• Follow schematics and assembly drawings and provide feedback.
• Lead safety, quality, security and leadership in projects.
• Provide training and direction to other staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

Certificate III in Electronics & Communications

IPC-610 Certification

IPC-7711/7721 Certification

IPC-620 Certification

Tools

PCB population equipment

Soldering & Crimping

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. We deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Our determination to deliver and improve today, and anticipate and improve tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting and rewarding place to work and learn.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada, and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We are now accepting applications for an experienced Electronics Technician 1D to join our team in Fisherman’s Bend, Melbourne.

The Electronics Technician is responsible for supporting the delivery of a wide array of unique electronic system projects to budget, schedule and quality. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with fellow peers, engineers, project managers and clients. You will be highly adaptable and detail‑orientated and possess the ability to improvise, adapt and overcome.

The opportunity

As Electronics Technician, your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Ability to complete Surface Mount and Through-Hole PCB Population-Hand/Manual/Automatic Pick and Place machines
• Reworking/Repairing, fault finding of Electronic Assemblies
• Cabling and Wire Harness Manufacturing – Solder and Crimp
• Controlling Enclosure Fabrication – Front Panel Design, Enclosure Cut outs and Mounting, Wiring and V&V testing
• Diagnosing faut finding and repairing legacy electronic equipment
• Ability to apply a wide breadth of experience and multi-trade knowledge to commissioning, trouble shooting of complex systems
• Holding client facing roles, including negotiating technical issues with clients
• Ability to follow engineering schematics, assembly drawings and provide technical feedback
• Accurately managing configuration of designs, including working to the correct bill of materials (BoM)
• Leading proactive management of safety, quality, security and leadership
• Working collaboratively with fellow peers, engineers, project managers and clients
• Ability to provide technical direction and training to other technical staff in routine work
• Peer review, including formal certification of quality checks
• Fostering collaborative and a high-performance work culture, promoting teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement
• Providing advice and guidance to professional engineers and designers, positively influencing designs and projects

To be successful in the position of Electronics Technician, you will need to bring with you:

• A certificate III in Electronics and Communications or equivalent
• Certified in IPC-610 – Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies (or ability to obtain)
• Certified in IPC-7711/7721 – Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies (or ability to obtain)
• Certified in IPC-620 – Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies (or ability to obtain)
• Cross-skilled in some other technical fields to an advanced level
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities in a timely manner to the required quality standard
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels and maintain strong relationships

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an Australian Defence security clearance, NV1 minimum or have the ability to obtain one

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne, People Partner via email; [e-mail]

Applications will close on 9th October 2026

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:

• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code
• Up to 18 weeks paternity leave

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 Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans, and First Nations people.

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