Technician III, Production (R6533)

Shield AI; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking an experienced Aerospace Technician to join our team in Melbourne, Australia. You will assemble and integrate aerospace-grade camera pods and associated electronics, working with engineers across prototype and production builds in a structured ISO9001/AS9100 environment.

You will maintain build records, support testing, and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring high workmanship standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a technician, assembly, or manufacturing role.
• Experience working within ISO9001, AS9100, or similarly rigorous quality systems.
• Strong electronics assembly and integration experience.
• Experience with high-value, low-volume production environments.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Strong organisational skills with experience handling inventory or incoming goods processes.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, work instructions, and procedures.
• Permanent Residency or Citizenship in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate aerospace-grade camera pod systems and associated electronic assemblies.
• Work closely with engineers to support prototype and production builds.
• Perform basic component and subsystem testing.
• Manage incoming goods inspection and inventory activities.
• Maintain accurate build records, traceability, and manufacturing documentation.
• Follow established quality processes and procedures in line with ISO9001 / AS9100 standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and documentation workflows.
• Assist with troubleshooting and rework activities when required.

Skills

5+ years experience

ISO/AS9100

Electronics assembly

High-value production

Documentation

Inventory control

Technical drawings

Australian residency

Job description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defence-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

We are seeking an experienced Aerospace Technician to join our growing team developing advanced airborne vision and detection systems for both manned and unmanned aircraft platforms. Our systems integrate high-performance imaging sensors, onboard processing, and intelligent detection capabilities into ruggedised camera pods deployed across fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft.
This role is ideal for a hands-on technician who enjoys precision assembly work, thrives in a structured quality environment, and takes pride in building high-value, low-volume systems to an exceptional standard.
You will work closely with engineers and production staff across the full lifecycle of the build process — from incoming goods and inventory management through to assembly, documentation, integration, and testing. The role also offers involvement in R&D and prototype development activities supporting next-generation aerospace systems.

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Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate aerospace-grade camera pod systems and associated electronic assemblies
• Work closely with engineers to support prototype and production builds
• Perform basic component and subsystem testing
• Manage incoming goods inspection and inventory activities
• Maintain accurate build records, traceability, and manufacturing documentation
• Follow established quality processes and procedures in line with ISO9001 / AS9100 standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production and documentation workflows
• Assist with troubleshooting and rework activities when requiredEnsure high standards of workmanship, quality, and attention to detail are maintained at all times

Essential Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a technician, assembly, or manufacturing role
• Experience working within ISO9001, AS9100, or similarly rigorous quality systems
• Strong electronics assembly and integration experience
• Experience with high-value, low-volume production environments
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills
• Strong organisational skills with experience handling inventory or incoming goods processes
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, work instructions, and procedures
• Permanent Residency or Citizenship in Australia

Desirable

• Aerospace or defence industry experience
• Experience supporting R&D or prototype development activities
• Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems, optical systems, or airborne payloads

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.