CEA is an Australian Commonwealth company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phased array radar systems. The company’s design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensures innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication.

Our programs include the ANZAC and Hunter Class frigates and air defence applications for Army and Air Force, and Range applications. Through our longstanding and ongoing collaboration with Defence, CEA Technologies has undertaken research and development into all aspects of active electronically scanned array technologies. This has resulted in the creation of a highly modular and scalable product suite, which have become integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.

The Position

The SMA Process Engineer will work with dedicated production teams to drive continuous improvement, manage overall Quality process and provide technical support to the SMA Line.

Key Responsibilities

Stencil design, creation and updates according to quality data and best industry practice.

Create and update reflow oven profiles according to quality data and best industry practice.

Analyse Quality data closely and work with the SMA team to implement improvements in process to increase quality

Monitor SMA Work Schedule to prepare stencils and profiles in advance

Provide detailed quality reports monthly

Create maintenance programs for equipment.

Work with sub-contractor suppliers to resolve technical issues with regard to CEA product manufacturing.

Assist in implementing systems or software tools for surface mount assembly line.

Liaise with Quality Assurance on technical issues with regard to surface mount assembly.

Liaise with CAD and engineering during design reviews to get best practice design for manufacturing.





Review component datasheets of new components for potential issues during printed circuit assembly.

Prepare and/or review assembly instructions for printed circuit assemblies.

Assess equipment needs within the SMA section and make investment recommendations to the Production Manager.

Assist with quality audit pre-qualification / verification of sub-contractors.

Perform other related Production duties as required within skill set

Six weeks of paid annual leave per year

Superannuation of 14.0%

Free car parking

Paid parental, compassionate, defence reserve & voluntary emergency services leave

Employee assistance and wellbeing programs

Access to health insurance for the defence community, partners and families

Salary packaging for novated leasing

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Our Ideal Candidate

A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the electronics manufacturing industry. Preferably SMT experience

Familiar with stencil design processes and vapour phase oven profiling

A good understanding of electronic component types.

Tertiary qualification at Degree/Diploma/Certificate level in Electronic Engineering (preferred).

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Able to interpret and write technical instructions.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Self-motivated and the ability to work with autonomy.





Competent in use of Microsoft applications at an intermediate level.

Experience with IPC standards in particular IPC – A – 610.

Experience with Surface Mount Assembly Line and Moisture Handling & Component recognition.

Experience with hand soldering, hand tools and Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD).

Ability to be adaptable and adaptable to changing organisational priorities.

Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance – Negative Vetting 1.

ITAR –

o Place of Birth

o Countries of current or past citizenship (including any dual citizenship or nationality) and residence,

o Countries of issue for current and past passports and

o Other information related to their nationality for security and ITAR compliance purposes.

To find out more about our Citizenship and Nationality requirements, please visit www.cea.com.au

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEA

CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality.

We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

For information on Equal Employment Opportunity & Privacy or Security & Citizenship requirements please visit www.cea.com.au/opportunities-at-cea

Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email ***********@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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📌 SMA Process Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 CEA Technologies
📍 Canberra