Senior Technician

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AU-SA-MAWSON LAKES-112 ~ 1-11 Technology Dr ~ BLDG 112 Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 13, 2026 Last posted May 13, 2026
Job description

Date Posted:

2026-05-12

Country:

Australia

Location:

AU-SA-MAWSON LAKES-112 ~ 1-11 Technology Dr ~ BLDG 112

Position Role Type:

Onsite

  • Leading Defence Contractor committed to driving strategic growth
  • Assembly and production roles
  • Based in Northern Adelaide at our new Centre for Joint Integration

Raytheon Australia is a trusted capability partner delivering some of the most complex, innovative and meaningful engineering projects for the Australian Defence Force.

An opportunity is now available for a Senior Technician who want to be part of something big. At Raytheon Australia, we draw the brightest minds and give them work that excites them while continuously developing an environment for learning to maintain a highly skilled, world-class workforce.

Project SRGBAD is the Prime Contractor for the Advanced Short Range Ground Based Air and Missile Defence capability for the Australian Army. This major acquisition contract is moving into its next phase, building for other external customers and other projects for the Australian Army.

We need people who can build cables, perform electronic and mechanical assembly. With safety underpinning every task.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct cable, electronic and mechanical assembly, and test on equipment as authorised.
  • Support the production, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of communication and control systems, launchers, electro-optic systems, Laser systems, generators and support equipment.
  • Provide technical support in the conduct of production and test services and activities.
  • Record work tasks in the asset management system.
  • Ensuring the accuracy of records and reporting in line with Technical, Quality and Regulatory compliance.
  • Strong focus on safety while meeting production requirements.

Skills Experience and Qualifications

  • Certificate III, IV or Diploma in mechanical, electrical, electronic or other similar technical disciplines is highly regarded  
  • Ability to work within a team environment and work to strict deadlines
  • Ability to interpret technical data and maintenance manuals.
  • Proven ability in providing supervision and mentorship of technicians
  • Passion for quality of workmanship
  • Candidates with endorsements (IPC610/620 certification, crane/rigger/dogger, work-at-heights, forklift, MR/HR) will be highly regarded.
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 Security Clearance as needed. Eligibility can be found at https://www.agsva.gov.au/applicants/eligibility-suitability

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career click the “Apply” button now or contact us at careers@raytheon.com.au

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About this role

Summary

Perform electronic/mechanical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and support communication and control systems.

Job title

Senior Technician

Experience level

not specified

Industry

defence

Location requirements

Onsite in Australia, Mawson Lakes, SA, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

certificate in mechanical, electrical, electronicinterpret technical datarecord work taskssecurity clearance

Preferred skills

IPC610/620 certificationcrane/rigger/doggerwork at heightsforkliftMR/HR

Specializations

electronic assemblymechanical assemblytestingmaintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site