Production Technician

🚀 Build the Future of Aerospace Technology

Production Technician

Build Advanced Aerospace & Defence Technology

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Production Technician to join a high-performing engineering team developing advanced airborne vision, sensing and detection systems for both manned and unmanned aircraft platforms. Working on cutting-edge aerospace technologies, you will play a key role in the assembly, integration and testing of complex electro-mechanical systems used in real-world operational environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician who enjoys precision assembly work, thrives in a quality-focused environment and takes pride in delivering high-value engineering products to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate aerospace-grade camera pod systems and electronic assemblies.
• Support prototype development, production builds and engineering activities.
• Perform subsystem testing, troubleshooting and rework where required.
• Conduct incoming goods inspections and inventory management activities.
• Maintain build records, manufacturing documentation and traceability requirements.
• Work closely with engineers to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow quality procedures and manufacturing processes aligned with ISO9001 and AS9100 standards.
• Ensure high levels of workmanship, quality and attention to detail are maintained throughout the production lifecycle.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Previous experience in a Production Technician, Assembly Technician, Electronics Technician or Manufacturing Technician role.
• Strong hands-on experience assembling, integrating or testing electronic and electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience working within regulated quality environments such as ISO9001, AS9100 or similar.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong organisational skills and experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Experience supporting low-volume, high-value manufacturing or engineering programs.
• Australian Citizenship is mandatory.

Highly Desirable

• Aerospace, Defence or advanced manufacturing experience.
• Experience supporting R&D, engineering prototypes or new product introduction activities.
• Exposure to optical systems, sensor technologies, airborne payloads or electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Inventory control, stores or incoming goods inspection experience.

What You'll Get in Return

• Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace and defence technologies.
• Exposure to innovative airborne sensing, vision and detection systems.
• Collaborative engineering environment working alongside experienced engineers and technicians.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Competitive salary package and employee benefits.
• Meaningful work contributing to technology deployed on operational aircraft platforms.

If you're a hands-on Production Technician looking to work on advanced aerospace and defence systems in a quality-driven engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now or send your CV to lauryn.reddick@hays.com.au.