Electronics Technician

Build and maintain the electronic systems that power Praetorians autonomous interceptor platforms ensuring mission-ready performance in contested environments.

Praetorian Aeronautics builds advanced autonomous aerial systems designed to protect and defend against the rapidly evolving threat of drone warfare.

Headquartered in Adelaide we are developing an integrated ecosystem of counter-autonomy systems including:

• Arrow an autonomous high-speed low-cost VTOL interceptor for kinetic neutralisation of multiple UxS threat-types beyond visual range
• Dagger a new class of modular low-cost autonomous high-speed interceptor for long-range high-altitude kinetic neutralisation of UxS targets
• Hadrian an AI-enhanced command and control system enabling operators to deploy interceptors at scale
• Venator a long-endurance autonomous mothership UAS capable of deploying interceptors and extending operational reach

Together these systems enable defence operators to detect assess and defeat autonomous threats while maintaining situational dominance in contested environments.

Why This Role Matters

Modern drone warfare demands reliable high-performance electronic systems that can operate in harsh and contested environments. From flight control systems to sensor integration the integrity of onboard electronics directly determines mission success and system survivability.

This role ensures Praetorians interceptor platforms and supporting systems are built tested and maintained to the highest standard. You will enable rapid prototyping system integration and operational readiness across platforms like Dagger and Venator directly contributing to the deployment of autonomous defence capability at scale.

The Role

As an Electronics Technician you will support the build integration and testing of electronic systems across Praetorians autonomous aerial platforms. This includes working with embedded systems wiring harnesses sensors power systems and communication hardware.

You will work closely with electrical and aerospace engineers to translate designs into reliable field-ready hardware. Your work will ensure that critical subsystems are correctly assembled validated and ready for integration into larger autonomous systems.

What Youll Do

Assemble and integrate electronic subsystems for autonomous aerial platforms

Build and route wiring harnesses for power control and communication systems

Test and troubleshoot embedded electronics and PCB assemblies

Support system integration across flight hardware sensors and communication modules

Diagnose and repair faults in electronic systems during development and testing

Maintain documentation for builds test procedures and configurations

What Were Looking For

3-5 years experience in electronics assembly testing or technician roles

Strong hands-on experience with wiring soldering and electronic integration

Ability to read and interpret schematics wiring diagrams and technical drawings

Diploma or degree in Electronics Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Experience troubleshooting embedded or hardware systems

Solid understanding of electronic fundamentals (power signals grounding etc.)

Nice to Have

Experience working on UAVs robotics or autonomous systems

Familiarity with RF systems sensors or avionics

Experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes multimeters signal generators)

Exposure to defence aerospace or high-reliability environments

Benefits

Competitive salary and employee share option plan (ESOP)

Work on advanced autonomy and defence technology

Join a small highly technical engineering team

Real ownership and influence as Praetorian scales

Professional development and learning opportunities

Security & Compliance Requirements

Due to the nature of our work with defence and national security partners the successful applicant will need to undergo a National Police Check be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance and comply with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

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