We are looking for a motivated Associate Production Engineer who is eager to learn, develop current skills, and build a long-term career in micro-electronics.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to a thriving industry.
About UsAs part of the Grabba Technologies Group (Crystalaid, Grabba & Keelback), Crystalaid is based in Tingalpa, Queensland and boasts nearly 100 years of complex manufacturing and technology history.
Crystalaid Manufacture is an Australian-based manufacturer of products including aerospace, defence, biometrics, identity solutions and is the only mobile biometric hardware manufacturer in Australia.
Crystalaid is a trusted micro-electronics build-to-print manufacturer with extensive experience in producing high-complexity electronics for mission-critical applications.
Keelback is the home of 'The Mozzie', Australia's sovereign UAV & Mission Hub.
About the roleAs an Associate Production Engineer (DFM), you will gain hands on experience across multiple facets of our manufacturing and assembly process.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to a thriving business.
As part of this role you will develop skills in
Accurate production assembly of a wide range of products
Production testing, quality control and final inspection
Documentation, traceability and reporting
About youYou will bring strong attention to detail, practical technical ability, and a genuine commitment to quality.
You are comfortable following production documentation, work instructions, and relevant procedures,



and you understand the high value placed on producing work to a consistently high standard.
You are hardworking, reliable, and willing to contribute across all stages of production.
With a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, you take direction well, ask questions when needed, and are motivated to build your technical capability over time.
This role will suit someone seeking long-term employment with solid learning and development opportunities.
Note: Candidates must satisfactorily pass a National Police Clearance, Baseline Security Check and medical checks including drug & alcohol screening before a formal offer of employment is provided.
Company ValuesWe have a keen understanding of our identity, and it is critical that the successful candidate aligns closely with our values:
Innately Positive Person – Passionate, positive and caring
Obsessive About Progress – Always forwards.
Never still, never backwards
Outpace and Outperform – Swifter, smarter, sharper
Disrupt Everything – The status quo is our enemy
Solutions Centred – Our eyes are firmly fixed on the art of the possible
Key ResponsibilitiesLearn, take direction, ask questions and build technical capability over time




Complex electronic assembly, inspection, testing and production support
Performing hand soldering to IPC-A-610 Class 3 soldering of both Through-hole (THT) and Surface-Mount (SMT) technology electronic components
AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) machine operation, X-Ray Operation, Conformal Coating Operation and Machine Maintenance
Quality: Maintaining accurate production documentation, records, traceability & evidence of completed work
Supporting quality, safety and compliance requirements in all production activities
Training and develop design-for-manufacture understanding under guidance
Assisting with build documentation, technical drawings, work instructions and process improvement activities
Skills and ExperienceRelevant degree in Engineering or related field (preferred).
Interest in developing design knowledge, particularly design for manufacture, build documentation and practical production improvement.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality, safety and compliance.
Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Good communication & teamwork skills, with the ability to work across production, quality & engineering functions.
Strong problem-solving skills in immediate production situations and longer-term improvement activities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, solutions-focused approach.
Knowledge of industry standards (AS****S or ISO****) an advantage
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📌 Associate Production Engineer (Dfm) (Queensland)
🏢 Crystalaid Manufacture
📍 Queensland