Assembly Technician

  • Other
  • Full time
  • Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Production

KEY PURPOSE OF JOB

The Assembly Technician is responsible for the precise and high-quality assembly of electronic and mechanical components used in satellite systems. This includes cleanroom operations, PCB population, harness assembly, and final product packaging, all carried out to the highest space-industry standards. The technician will play a key role in ensuring product integrity, traceability, and compliance with rigorous quality processes.

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 off all relevant documentation for complete traceability and accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

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.

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:

  • Working in controlled environments such as aerospace, medical, or military manufacturing.

  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and cleanroom procedures.

  • Proven ability to interpret electronic/mechanical drawings and follow detailed build instructions.

  • Comfortable working with small components using a microscope.

  • Strong attention to detail, time management, and documentation skills.

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