Why Join Norsat International Inc.?
We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Norsat International Inc. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.

SUMMARY:

As a Production Technician, your duties will involve the manufacturing and testing of leading-edge satellite products.

ABOUT US:

Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio, and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies.
Reports to: Production Manage

• Assemble, tune and test assemblies and subassemblies of various products;
• Support production personnel in the building of PCBAs, mechanical and/or electrical subassemblies of satellite terminals.
• Work with production documentation, such as Bill of Materials (BoMs), and CAD drawings;
• Work on mechanical, and/or electrical assemblies and subassemblies of satellite terminals;
• Participate in delivering quality products on-time to our customers;
• Maximize and maintain quality as per the latest production standard, test and BoM accuracy;
• Assist in the transfer of designed products to manufacturing;
• Execute unit level and system level tests;
• Perform product verification testing of customer product before shipment;
• Maintain departmental test equipment and environment;
• Maintain records of solutions, set-ups and results;
• Perform other important activities, such as continuous improvement of our products process through time and cost reduction;
• Willing to work weekends from time to time, and be flexible with hours; and
• Other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• Diploma/Degree in Electronics/Electrical Technology Program;
• Minimum of 1 year of experience;
• Knowledge in production documentation and mechanical and electrical assemblies;
• Knowledge in electrical components and ESD control;
• Experienced in detailed assembly and integration procedures;
• Knowledge in RF communication principles;
• Appreciation of production systems including MRP, ECOs, inventory transactions and LEAN manufacturing principles
• Fluent in the use of MS Office programs;
• Experience in LabView Program would be considered an asset;
• Technical training in mechanics and computer applications would be considered an asset;