Electronics Technician - REQ0026 Engineering

At Silentium Defence, we’re driving innovation in passive surveillance technology across critical Defence and national security applications. Our systems enable covert, cost-effective, and comprehensive situational awareness — and we’re growing fast.

We’re looking for an Electronics Technician who enjoys working hands-on with hardware, solving practical problems, and supporting the delivery of real-world capability. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative engineering team contributing directly to the assembly, testing, and field deployment of advanced passive radar systems.

If you take pride in producing quality work, enjoy working with tools and equipment, and want to be part of team developing technology that protects those who matter — we’d love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

As an Electronics Technician, you’ll play a key role in assembling, testing, and maintaining Silentium Defence’s passive radar systems. You’ll support hardware development activities, participate in field trials, and contribute to the reliability and performance of mission-critical technology.

This role suits someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured engineering environment where quality, safety, and teamwork matter.

In this role, you will:

• Assemble, test, and maintain electronic systems and components
• Support the hardware team in product development and manufacturing activities
• Perform bench testing, fault finding, and troubleshooting of systems and sub-systems
• Assist with component selection and procurement
• Prepare systems and equipment for trials and demonstrations
• Participate in field trials and installation activities (including antenna systems)
• Create and maintain accurate documentation and records for testing and development activities
• Work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and suppliers
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workspace

About You

You’re a hands-on technician who enjoys building, testing, and improving hardware systems. You work well within a team, take pride in quality workmanship, and are comfortable learning new technologies and processes.

You’re reliable, proactive, and willing to step in and help wherever needed to support team success.

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Engineering (Electronics Trade) or equivalent practical experience
• Experience working in electronic assembly, manufacturing, or technical environments
• Strong soldering and prototype assembly skills
• Experience interpreting circuit diagrams and generating technical documentation
• Experience using laboratory and test equipment 
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Experience working safely in workshop or laboratory environments
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain an NV1 Security Clearance

Highly desirable:

• Experience supporting field trials or technical deployments
• Familiarity with radio frequency (RF) systems
• Experience working in Defence, manufacturing, or engineering environments
• Experience with component procurement or inventory management

Why Join Silentium Defence

• Work on technology that supports Defence and national security
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive technical team
• Gain exposure to advanced hardware and field deployments
• Contribute to real-world capability delivery
• Build your technical skills in a growing organisation

Application Eligibility

Due to the nature of our work within the Defence industry, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain defence security clearance. Only applicants who meet these mandatory requirements will be considered.

How to Apply

Click “Apply Now” to submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for this opportunity.

Applications close 5:00pm, Monday 4 May 2026.

Please note applications submitted via email will not be accepted.

Job Ref: REQ0026

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