Electronics Operations Coordinator (ECAD/PCBA)

DefendEye — Electronics Operations Coordinator (ECAD/PCBA)Location: Kraków (hybrid on-site 1–2×/week) • Type: Part-time / On-call • Function: Hardware Ops / Supply ChainAbout DefendEyeDefendEye is a fast-moving AI Drone company in Kraków building next-gen autonomous drone systems. We prototype quickly, iterate often, and ship real hardware.The roleWe’re looking for a hands-on Electronics Operations Coordinator to own the day-to-day flow between ECAD, PCB/PCBA vendors, and our lab inventory. You’ll keep our builds moving by placing/monitoring PCBA orders, wrangling BOMs and parts, and keeping stock tight and accurate.What you’ll doPlace and manage PCB/PCBA orders with JLCPCB/PCBWay/etc. (from Gerbers to delivery)Track DFM notes, resolve manufacturing issues, and update files/revisionsOwn BOM management: sourcing, alternates, lifecycle checks, cost trackingComponent procurement: quotes, lead times, orders, and receiptsStock/inventory management: counts, kitting for builds, re-order pointsMaintain Gerber/ECAD file control and versioning (Altium/Eagle/KiCad)Communicate/negotiate with overseas EMS/suppliers (incl. China) in EnglishVisit the office 1–2× per week to check inventory and support buildsWhat you bringProficiency with Altium (or Eagle/KiCad) for reading/validating outputsProven experience ordering PCBs/PCBAs end-to-end with JLCPCB/PCBWay/etc.Strong grasp of BOMs, parts libraries, footprints, and basic electronicsPractical knowledge of Gerber/assembly files and common PCBA pitfallsOrganized, detail-driven, and comfortable juggling multiple ordersSolid English for supplier communications and issue resolutionNice to haveExperience with AVL/alternates, lifecycle/EOL checks (Octopart, etc.)Basic lab skills (soldering, rework, inspection) and ESD practicesFamiliarity with MRP/ERP or inventory tools (even spreadsheets that actually work)Why join usDirect impact on real hardware shipped to customersFast iterations, zero bureaucracy, tight feedback loopsFlexible, on-call schedule with regular on-site touchpointsHow to applyApply via LinkedIn (Easy Apply) with your CV/LinkedIn profile and a short note about:a tricky PCBA order you rescued, andyour go-to workflow for keeping BOMs/stock clean.