Field Service Technician

Job Q; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Q in Australia is seeking a Field Service Technician based in Mawson Lakes, SA. You will join a team focused on RF, electronic warfare, and high-tech defence projects, performing field repairs, testing, and integration tasks across remote sites.

The role involves traveling to remote locations, assembling and repairing complex systems, and collaborating with junior and senior engineers to support ongoing projects and documentation. A strong hands-on background in electronics is essential.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification required.
• Hands-on experience with electronic systems.
• Experience soldering SMT required.
• Experience with RF cabling and RF test equipment.
• Ability to read electronic schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Travel to remote locations for field work.
• Assemble, modify, and repair electronic systems.
• Fault-find in complex electronic and electrical systems.
• Fabricate, test, and install RF, electrical, and cable assemblies.
• Support test and integration activities including RF measurements and EMC testing.
• Manage RF lab and electronics rework facilities.
• Maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Soldering SMT

Read schematics

RF cabling

Cable termination

Troubleshooting electronics

Education

Electrical/Electronic trade qualification

Tools

RF test equipment

PCB rework equipment

Job description

#### Field Service TechnicianMawson Lakes, SA 5095Full Time#### Job descriptionRepresenting a leading South Australian Defence company specialising in the design and integration of complex hi-tech systems, we are urgently seeking a Field Service Technician. You will join an established RF and Electronic Surveillance team focused on radars, electronic warfare (EW), and other cutting-edge projects crucial to Australian Defence. A long list of future projects ensures an abundance of diverse, challenging work for the foreseeable future. Working within a collaborative environment of junior and experienced engineers and technicians, you will gain exposure to all facets of product design and manufacturing for Defence. This setting also provides a unique opportunity for continuous professional development through formal training and personal mentorship. Daily Role Activities Required to traveling to remote locations:Assembling, modifying, and repairing various electronic systems. Conducting fault-finding in complex electronic and electrical systems. Fabricating, testing, and installing RF, electrical, and communication cable assemblies. Supporting test and integration activities, which includes RF measurements, PCB rework, and EMC testing. Managing both the RF lab and the electronics rework facilities. Ensuring the ongoing maintenance of technical documentation.Key Skills & QualificationsAn Electrical/Electronic trade qualification, or a similar credential. Recent hands-on technical experience working directly with electronic systems. Demonstrated ability to solder, encompassing both through-hole and Surface Mount Technology (SMT). Experience in cable and loom building, repair, testing, and cable termination. Experience building and repairing cable harnesses and assemblies. Working knowledge of RF cabling and RF test equipment. The ability to read electronic schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical design documentation to fault-find and complete repairs. Existing experience with, or a willingness to learn, advanced PCB rework and modification techniques.How to Apply If you meet the technical requirements and hold the appropriate citizenship or clearance status, please apply now or send an email to to discuss this further in detail and in confidence. Ref/ RANDEFAt Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.