Electronic Technician at South African National Space Agency (SANSA)

Electronic Technician

The Electronic Technician reporting to the Engineering and Data Acquisition (EDA) Manager will provide support to Space Science units in the implementation of technical projects where electronic capabilities are needed, and required electronic maintenance support to the SANSA research platform.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a similar qualification
• Have 3-5 years’ experience in an electronics hardware environment
• Have previous experience in pcb design and fabrication
• Be familiar with embedded systems
• Have knowledge of and previous experience working on Linux-based operating systems.

Responsibilities will include:

• Provide support as required to all SANSA infrastructure/measuring sites
• Perform installations and maintain instrumentation (including remote sites)
• Source and procure electronic components for unit projects
• Work with Embedded systems, including microcontrollers as well as IoT devices
• Help develop and assemble custom electronic subsystems for EDA projects.
• Provide electronics support to internal and external clients.
• Training staff members and students.
• Background verification, including criminal record, credit checks, security clearances, qualification and citizenship checks, as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, will form part of the selection process.
• Please NOTE that the appointment will be on a level commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Background verification, including criminal record, credit checks, security clearances, qualification and citizenship checks as well as competency assessment and psychometric testing, may form part of the selection process.
• SANSA subscribes to the principles of Employment Equity and welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities .  Preference will be given to candidates in accordance with this.
• SANSA reserves the right to not make an appointment.
• Should you meet the above requirements, please register your detailed CV and cover letter on the following link: current opportunities – sansa.mcidirecthire.com

Closing date: 14 November 2022