Electronics Technologist
Electronics Technologist
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28-09-2025
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Job Description
AboutDraganfly:
Draganfly Inc. (the Company) has been a recognized leader in technology within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety agriculture aerial imaging & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry Draganflys focus is on the sale of drone products and services contract engineering & custom integration product development and health monitoring products and services.
Draganfly is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Electronics Technologist to join our team at our Saskatoon facility. If you thrive in a hands-on environment and love solving technical challenges this is your chance to contribute to the development of next-generation drone platforms.
As part of our product development and production support team youll play a key role in building testing and troubleshooting the electronic assemblies and subsystems that power Draganflys innovative UAV systems. Youll work closely with engineers and production staff to bring designs to lifeturning concepts into prototypes and supporting their transition into scalable manufacturing.
This is an on-site position and the salary range is $60000 - $77000
Responsibilities:
Assembly & Prototyping
- Assemble solder and test PCB prototypes harnesses and subsystemsincluding fine-pitch SMT components.
- Interpret and work from schematics PCB layouts and wiring diagrams.
- Design fabricate and modify test jigs fixtures and harnesses as needed.
Testing & Verification
- Conduct design verification testing on new R&D products.
- Perform functional and environmental testing on boards and systems.
- Troubleshoot and rework down to the component level.
- Document test results and provide actionable feedback to design engineers.
Design & Production Support
- Assist engineers with prototype builds and new product introductions.
- Support engineering change orders and maintain accurate BOMs and assembly records.
- Develop and maintain Fusion 360 Electronics schematic and footprint libraries.
- Work with vendors and procurement to source production PCBs and custom parts.
- Help production teams resolve complex electronics issues.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with engineering to improve manufacturability and serviceability.
- Support production and customer service with troubleshooting and repair.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements across electronics development and production.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
- 2 years of experience in electronics assembly testing or related role (UAV aerospace or robotics industry experience is an asset).
- Proficiency in soldering (surface mount and through-hole) rework and prototype assembly.
- Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes multimeters and logic analyzers.
- Experience with PCB CAD software (e.g. Fusion 360)
- Experience working with Linux and Windows command line interface troubleshooting hardware drivers and networking issues.
- Strong troubleshooting problem-solving and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.
Skills & Competencies
Electronic Assembly & Soldering
- Skilled in assembling and soldering PCB prototypes including fine-pitch SMT components.
- Ability to interpret schematics wiring diagrams and PCB layouts.
Testing & Troubleshooting
- Proficient in conducting design verification and functional testing.
- Strong troubleshooting skills down to the component level.
- Experience documenting test results and communicating findings to engineering teams.
Prototyping & Fabrication
- Capable of designing and modifying test jigs fixtures and harnesses.
- Hands-on experience with prototype builds and iterative development.
Technical Documentation & BOM Management
- Accurate maintenance of BOMs assembly records and technical documentation.
- Familiarity with engineering change orders and product lifecycle documentation.
CAD & Electronics Design Tools
- Experience with Fusion 360 Electronics or similar CAD tools.
- Ability to develop and maintain schematic and footprint libraries.
Production & Vendor Coordination
- Support for scalable manufacturing and repair of complex electronics.
- Coordination with vendors and procurement for custom parts and PCBs.
Collaboration & Communication
- Strong teamwork skills across engineering production and customer service.
- Ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional problem-solving.
Attention to Detail & Quality Focus
- High standards for precision reliability and product quality.
- Commitment to maintaining consistency and accuracy in builds and documentation.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand sit and move between workstations for extended periods during assembly and testing tasks.
- Manual dexterity to solder fine-pitch components handle small tools and work with precision instruments.
- Capability to lift and carry equipment or components weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Good visual acuity for inspecting electronic assemblies reading schematics and performing detailed work.
- Comfortable working in a lab or workshop environment including occasional exposure to soldering fumes adhesives and standard electronic testing equipment.
- Ability to use hand tools microscopes and diagnostic devices for extended periods.
But Who Are You Really
- Hands-on Expertise: You have solid experience assembling soldering and testing electronic componentsincluding fine-pitch SMTusing schematics layouts and diagnostic tools with precision and care.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Youre a natural troubleshooter who can dive deep into component-level issues and find practical effective solutions.
- Technical Agility: Youre comfortable working across prototyping testing and production environments and can quickly adapt to evolving project needs.
- Attention to Detail: Whether youre verifying test results maintaining BOMs or refining CAD libraries you bring a meticulous approach to quality and documentation.
- Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in team settings working closely with engineers production staff and vendors to bring ideas to life and improve processes.
- Growth-Oriented: Youre eager to learn contribute to continuous improvement and grow your skills in a fast-paced innovation-driven environment.
Some Perks You Can Expect:
- Competitive salary
- Paid days off
- Health & Dental benefits
- Corporate Match RRSP program
- Full support from a leadership team with deep experience in drone technology and field operations
Employment Type
Full-Time
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