Electronic & Harnessing Technician

Simera Sense is fast becoming a leading mid to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites.

Our optical payload products aim to offer complete space imaging solutions for small satellites with plans to expand.

We are a fast-growing, dynamic team of enthusiastic engineers that supplies space and satellite companies from around the globe.

We are based in Somerset West, Western Cape, close to all amenities and diverse natural beauty, providing great lifestyle options.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

1. Assembly, Integration and Testing of complex harnesses:

• Precise wire preparation, stripping, crimping and soldering
• Pin placement according to harness specifications
• Back-potting of connectors with epoxy adhesive
• Buzz testing and functional testing of harnesses

• Assist with production activities of Imager Electronics
• Incoming inspection and serialisation of Printed Circuit Boards
• Staking and conformal coating of Printed Circuit Assemblies
• Read, interpret and execute electronic and mechanical assemblies based on provided procedure or assembly instructions.

• Production Orders
• Production Work Instructions
• Key Inspection Points Checked (Quality Control is enforced)
• All Quality Assurance points are signed off by QA or Team Lead

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must have a National Senior Certificate as a minimum.
• Must have a minimum of three years of experience in the following areas:
• High complexity, low volume, electronic printed circuit assembly.
• SMD hand soldering
• Harness manufacturing
• Handling electrostatic sensitive discharge (ESDS) components and printed circuit assemblies
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word and Excel)

Recommendations:

• IPC-Class 3 certification will be beneficial.
• Previous work experience in a cleanroom environment.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry.
• Niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• Cutting-edge technology at your fingertips.
• A friendly working environment.

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