QinetiQ employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.

QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.

Electronics Technician – Integrated Engineering Services

Port Melbourne | Defence Industry | Exciting & Dynamic Role

Are you an experienced Electronics Technician looking for a role where no two days are the same? Do you thrive in a dynamic, ever-evolving environment where your technical expertise, self-motivation, and stakeholder management skills make a real impact? If so, we want you to join our Integrated Engineering Services team in Port Melbourne!

Why You’ll Love This Role

This isn’t your standard electronics job – you’ll be working on a variety of unique and cutting-edge electronic systems that push the boundaries of innovation. From intricate PCB population to diagnosing legacy electronic equipment, your skills will be challenged and expanded every day. Working alongside skilled engineers, project managers, and clients, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, mission-critical projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assemble and troubleshoot complex electronic systems, including PCB population and rework.

• Manufacture and integrate wiring harnesses, control enclosures, and custom electronic components.

• Diagnose and repair legacy electronic equipment, ensuring continued operational reliability.

• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver quality solutions on time.

• Lead and mentor junior technicians, conduct peer reviews, and ensure quality control.

What You Bring to the Team

Your expertise in PCB population and cabling manufacture will be highly valued, as these skills are critical to our innovative projects.

We’re looking for a self-starter with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

You’ll need:

• Certificate III in Electronics and Communications (or equivalent)

• IPC Certifications (or willingness to obtain):

  • IPC-610 – Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

  • IPC-7711/7721 – Rework, Modification, and Repair of Electronic Assemblies

  • IPC-620 – Requirements & Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Proven ability to manage stakeholders at all levels

• Integrity, professionalism, and high ethical standards

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Ready for a Challenge?

This is more than just a job – it’s a career opportunity to work on meaningful projects in the defence sector. If you’re looking for a diverse, hands-on, and rewarding role where your expertise is valued, apply today and be part of something truly exciting!

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.