Technician / Mechatronics Engineer Model Construction & Prototypes Defence (m/f/d)

GULP Information Services GmbH; Bremen; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulp AG in Bremen seeks a highly skilled electronics technician for hands-on prototype assembly and small-series production in defense-related projects. You will read circuit diagrams and initial sketches, perform precise SMD and THT hand soldering under a microscope, and modify components for fit and performance.

You will also build and shield complex cable harnesses, test assemblies, and support supplier quality assessments.

Qualifications

• SMD and THT soldering experience required.
• Ability to assemble prototypes from sketches or diagrams.
• Experience with shielded cables and cable harnesses.
• Strong reading of technical documents and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Independently assemble prototypes, custom devices, and equipment per circuits and drawings.
• Perform precise SMD and THT hand soldering, under a microscope if needed.
• Modify components and placements for functional fitting and performance.
• Crimp and shield complex cable harnesses and complete device wiring.
• Conduct feasibility tests during assembly and support production documentation.
• Provide technical support for supplier component quality and participate in supplier audits.
• Prepare decision documents for tool procurement and workshop equipment.

Skills

SMD soldering

THT soldering

Cable harness crimping

Prototyping

Soldering under microscope

Education

State-certified technician

Mechatronics technician

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

As a central interface between development and manufacturing, you ensure the operational readiness and reliability of sophisticated electronic systems for safety-critical defense applications through meticulous craftsmanship. Your responsibilities include the independent assembly of prototypes, custom-built devices, and equipment according to circuit diagrams, technical drawings, or initial development sketches; precise SMD and THT hand soldering of assemblies, under a microscope if necessary, as well as modifications at the component placement level; expert assembly, shielding, and crimping of complex cable harnesses, including complete device wiring; continuous feasibility testing during assembly to optimize production documentation; practical feasibility and functional testing of electronic components, assemblies, and complete systems; technical support for quality assessments of supplier components and participation in supplier audits; and the preparation of decision-making documents for the procurement of tools and the equipping of the development workshop.

• Further training to become a state-certified technician or master craftsman based on training as an electronics technician, mechatronics technician or a comparable qualification

• Several years of professional experience in model making, prototype production or high-precision small series production

• Proven experience in SMD and THT soldering as well as in the professional assembly, shielding and crimping of cables.

• Ability to independently create fully functional prototypes even based on incomplete sketches and flexible specifications.

• Safely reading and applying complex technical documents such as circuit diagrams, assembly drawings and manufacturing drawings.

• Basic knowledge of metalworking and machining for component and housing adaptation

• Certifications according to IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 are advantageous.

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and basic knowledge of SAP ERP

• Fluent German skills at C1 level, both spoken and written.

• Strong reading comprehension skills in English for technical data sheets and documentation; written English skills are an advantage.

• Willingness to undertake occasional, infrequent business trips and full on-site presence (no remote work possible)