Electronics Engineer

• Rare opportunity to join an ASX listed UAV business

• Competitive remuneration and benefits

• 9 day fortnight

• Full time, permanent position

At Orbital UAV, we're redefining what's possible in unmanned aviation. As one of Australia's leading sovereign aerospace technology companies, we design and manufacture world-class heavy fuel propulsion systems that power the next generation of military and commercial unmanned aircraft.

Our engines are trusted by defence organisations around the world, enabling UAVs to fly further, carry more, and operate in the world's most demanding environments. From advanced fixed-wing aircraft to emerging hybrid heavy-lift drone platforms, our technology is helping transform autonomous logistics, surveillance, and defence capability. As we continue to set the standard in the rapidly evolving unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) market, we are looking for individuals who have the passion, courage, and creativity to help move our business and industry forward.

We currently have a full-time permanent opportunity for an Electronics Engineer to join us in our Engineering Team in Balcatta to support our new electronics, power supplies and engine control products.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, verify and release electronics components and sub-systems in accordance with the Product Development Process, engineering standards, customer requirements and applicable regulatory obligations

• Perform analogue and digital electronics circuit design, including mathematical analysis and simulation

• Undertake schematic capture and PCB layout in Altium Designer

• Plan and support analytical and physical design verification and validation activities, including defining test requirements, performing testing and troubleshooting, reviewing results and producing reports

• Support component procurement by preparing technical documentation, engaging with suppliers and reviewing inspection/test data

About you

• Degree qualification in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronics or Mechatronics)

• 3+ years of significant experience in the industry

• Demonstrated experience with circuit design and PCB layout, hardware troubleshooting and testing

• Experience with PCB design software such as Altium, Fusion360, Eagle or similar

• Understanding of embedded microprocessor systems such as STM32, ESP32, PIC or Arduino

• Knowledge of EMC/EMI principles

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through complex technical issues in a structured manner

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What we need from you:

Along with your resume, please provide a cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining the Orbital UAV Team.