About this role
Our client is looking for an Assembly Technician to be responsible or the precise and high-quality assembly of electronic and mechanical components used in satellite systems. This is a full time permanent position based in Somerset West. Key Tasks - Day-to-day operations within the cleanroom assembly environment. - Population and hand-soldering of PCBs to high-reliability space standards. - Assembly and repairs of pc boards, and integration of mechanical components into chassis. - Application of glues, thermal compounds, and conformal coatings. - Operation of tools and equipment including curing ovens, vacuum tanks, solder pots, and crimping tools. - Strict adherence to traceability protocols throughout the assembly process. - Logging and managing components, work-in-progress, and completed products. - Capturing job status and task completion within the production system. - Secure packaging of final products for international shipping. - Reporting on production progress and escalating issues to the line manager. - Interpreting and reviewing assembly documentation and build instructions. - Ensuring manufacturing steps align with documented procedures and quality standards. - Signing of all relevant documentation for complete traceability and accountability. Qualifications: - Valid IPC J-STD-001 Class 3 Certificate (preferred) - Certification or training in electro-mechanical assembly, wiring, and soldering techniques (advantageous). Experience: - Minimum of 3–5 years' experience assembling complex, high-reliability electro-mechanical equipment. - Assembly of electrical harnesses and mechanical integration. - Previous Solder Experience. For more information please call us on 0100300127 NB: Should you not hear from us within 6 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.