Industrialisation Specialist Ate

**Industrialisation Specialist ATE**:

- Job Requisition ID: 1842
- Location: Pretoria, ZA
- Company: GEW Technologies (Pty) Ltd

**About the Role**

We are seeking a highly skilled Industrialisation Specialist (ATE) to join our team. The purpose of this role is to transition the Engineering Development Model (EDM) prototype into a fully industrialised state, enabling production to reliably and consistently manufacture products based on documented processes.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Minimum Advanced Diploma in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Advanced knowledge in Automated Test Equipment (ATE) development and integration.
- Proficiency with LabVIEW (Programming IDE) and Test Stand (sequence editor).
- Experience with RF test instruments (VNA, spectrum analyser, signal generators, power supplies).
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in the military electronics environment, preferably in an industrialisation role in RF test equipment.
- Ideal: 8+ years’ experience at specialist level in a complex electronics production or industrialisation environment.

**Key Technical Skills**
- Expertise in advanced test instrumentation (spectrum/network analysers, signal generators, etc.).
- Ability to develop, maintain, and optimise ATE software using LabVIEW and Test Stand.
- Strong knowledge of test coverage, test jig development, and prototype testing.
- Advanced electronic circuit knowledge with proven fault-finding ability.
- Skilled in writing ATP, TRR, FTP, and work instructions.
- Strong problem-solving skills, able to recommend design and process improvements.
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and maintenance teams.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, particularly for jig/test fixture construction.
- IPC certifications: IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and IPC-7711/7721.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. New Product industrialisation & Production readiness**
- Build and test first-off prototypes to ensure manufacturability and production readiness.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and maintainability.
- Define required tools, jigs, test methods, and instrumentation for production testing.
- Support design reviews and ensure all testing requirements align with production capabilities.
- Develop and document automated test procedures in LabVIEW and PXI ATE environments.

**2. Continuous improvement of existing products**
- Conduct technical investigations into legacy products to resolve manufacturability/reliability issues.
- Implement compliance upgrades to meet evolving standards (e.g., RoHS, REACH).
- Introduce automated test improvements and update legacy product documentation.
- Participate in Product Configuration Audits (PCAs) to ensure product quality.

**3. Test jig development**
- Design, build, and validate new test jigs for production readiness.
- Adapt and standardise test jigs across multiple products to optimise testing.
- Independently construct custom test jigs to simplify production processes.

**4. Production support**
- Provide hands-on support for testfield and assembly areas during production.
- Maintain, debug, and optimise ATE for reliable test performance.
- Investigate and resolve production issues, supporting FRACAS and corrective action processes.

**5. Transfer of technology**
- Support seamless knowledge transfer from engineering to production teams.
- Train staff and clients on product operation, testing procedures, and troubleshooting.
- Promote adherence to ISO and IPC standards across relevant departments.

**6. Legacy product support & maintenance**
- Define and document specifications for legacy products to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Manage baseline ATE programs and maintenance documentation.
- Provide continuous technical support for maintenance teams.

**7. Continuous Improvement**
- Monitor and improve cross-departmental processes.
- Implement best practices in production standards.
- Streamline and follow through on process optimisation initiatives.

**What We Offer**:
**Application Deadline**: 11 September 2025

**How to Apply**:
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