Communications, Electronics & Network Technician/Specialist - UAVs

We’re seeking a highly skilled Communications, Electronics & Networking Technician/Specialist to join a small, dynamic team advancing Australian excellence in aerial, defence, and industrial systems.

About the Role:

Bring your expertise to the front lines of mission-critical innovation. You’ll tackle complex technical challenges - designing, integrating, and supporting advanced communication networks and electronic subsystems across next-gen UAV platforms.

What You’ll Do:

- Install, configure, and maintain communication systems: RF, LTE, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and satellite.
- Build and integrate network infrastructure for unmanned platforms and ground control stations (routers, switches, wireless links).
- Diagnose and repair faults in RF systems, antennas, wiring harnesses, and digital network interfaces.
- Support system configuration, testing signal integrity, and mitigating interference.
- Manage secure networks: IP addressing, routing, VPNs for mission operations.
- Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate critical modules and network components.
- Provide field support during operational missions, troubleshoot, configure on the fly, keep systems running under pressure.
- Maintain documentation to gold-standard QA.

About You:

- You’re a highly analytical, methodical technician with:
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Electronics, Communications, Networking (or similar).
- 3+ years’ experience in communication/networking systems, ideally aerospace, defence, or advanced industry.
- Proven skill with RF systems, antennas, telemetry, and diagnostic/test gear (spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, multimeters, network analysers).
- Solid soldering, wiring harness assembly, and PCB-level troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge of IP networking (LAN/WAN), wireless, routing/switching.
- NV1 clearance (required).
- Excellent documentation, system integration, and clear communication ability.

Bonus points if you have:

- Experience with UAV platforms, avionics, ground control networks.
- Familiarity with digital comms protocols (CAN, UART, Ethernet, RS-485), Linux networking tools, embedded systems.
- Cybersecurity and network security experience (VPNs, firewalls, segmentation).
- Background supporting defence or mission-critical systems.

The Team & Culture:

- Small business, R&D-driven... your impact will be visible, your ideas valued.
- You’ll work with passionate, multi-disciplinary experts who thrive on tough challenges.
- Autonomy, career growth, and technical mastery are front and centre.
- Team celebrates success and fosters ongoing learning and improvement.

Why This Role Stands Out:

- Be at the forefront of innovation, help shape the future of unmanned, secure, and connected systems.
- Every day is different. You’ll work hands-on, solve complex problems, and play a vital role in high-stakes operations.

Salary:

- Circa $120k + super

Hours:

- 7:30am–3:30pm, with occasional project flexibility.
- Ready to evolve the future of communication and electronics? Apply now & let’s build something extraordinary together.

How to Apply

Along with your CV, please include a cover letter (max 1 page) addressing the following:

Technical Challenge:

Describe a time you were faced with a complex communication, electronics, or networking issue in a mission-critical environment. What steps did you take to diagnose and resolve the problem, and what was the outcome? Be specific about the technologies, your thought process, and any collaboration involved.

We welcome applicants who bring analytical thinking, technical mastery, and a collaborative spirit to every challenge. Your expertise will make a difference where it counts most.