Hardware Technician (ITI)
Summary
An ITI-qualified Hardware Technician at 7RD builds, assembles, and tests the electronic and mechanical hardware for the company's counter-drone systems. Day-to-day work includes SMD/through-hole soldering and PCB rework, bench testing and fault diagnosis, firmware flashing on Linux/Windows, wiring harness work, and FDM 3D printing.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Hardware Technician (ITI)
Location: | New Delhi |
Employment Type: | Full-time |
Experience Level: | 1 to 2 Years |
Department: | Hardware Engineering & Production |
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands on, ITI qualified Hardware Technician to build, assemble and test the electronic and mechanical hardware that goes into our counter drone systems. You will work alongside the engineering team on soldering, PCB assembly, bench testing, fault diagnosis and 3D printing, and will be responsible for the quality and traceability of every unit that leaves the workbench.
Electronics Assembly & Soldering
● Hand solder through hole and surface mount components, including fine pitch ICs and small passives such as 0603 and 0402.
● Assemble and rework PCBs using soldering stations, hot air stations and microscopes under ESD safe conditions.
● Crimp, terminate and route wiring harnesses for power, signal and RF lines.
Testing & Troubleshooting
● Diagnose faults at board and system level using multimeters, oscilloscopes, bench power supplies and logic analysers.
● Execute lab and bench test procedures, record readings accurately and report deviations with clear written notes.
● Support integration, pre flight checks and field test preparation.
Computer Operation & Documentation
● Run prescribed commands for firmware flashing, calibration and log collection on Linux and Windows machines.
● Follow written test scripts exactly and maintain digital records of builds, serial numbers and test results.
Mechanical Assembly & 3D Printing
● Assemble airframes, mounts and enclosures to drawing using hand and power tools.
● Operate FDM 3D printers end to end, covering slicing, print setup, monitoring and post processing.
● Maintain tools, consumable stock and a clean, organised workbench.
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications
● ITI certificate (NCVT or SCVT) in Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, Fitter or a related trade.
● Demonstrated soldering ability including SMD work. A practical soldering and assembly test forms part of the interview.
● Working knowledge of multimeters, oscilloscopes and standard electronic test instruments.
● Ability to read and work from schematics, assembly drawings and bills of materials.
● Comfort running basic computer commands and following written technical procedures.
● Confident use of hand and power tools, with safe workshop practice.
● Attention to detail and discipline in record keeping.
● Experience in electronics manufacturing, drone or UAV assembly, robotics or a similar hardware environment.
● 3D printing experience with slicer software such as Cura or PrusaSlicer.
● Familiarity with Linux command line basics.
● Exposure to batteries and BMS, motors and ESCs, or RF modules.
Preferred Education
ITI in Electronics Mechanic or a related trade. A Diploma in Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is an added advantage.