Vitesse Systems

Overview

Vitesse Systems is seeking a Senior Electromechanical Technician in Houston, Texas, who will work with complex electromechanical systems and spaceflight hardware. The role requires attention to detail and a hands-on approach to assembling, testing, and troubleshooting robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex robotic systems and electromechanical hardware.
• Assemble high quality wire harnesses and PCBAs.
• Support qualification and acceptance of new hardware and create supporting documentation in a clear, precise, and complete manner.
• Provide feedback to engineers to improve designs, documentation, and assembly procedures.
• Manage lab space and inventory to ensure efficient assembly and testing of hardware.
• Adapt to constantly changing assignments and efficiently manage workload to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to critical requests.
• Strive to improve technical skills, company processes, and be willing to teach and learn from peers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience assembling electromechanical hardware.
• Associates degree and 10+ years’ experience assembling electromechanical hardware preferred.
• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
• Passion for organizing tools, inventory, and equipment in a clean, organized, presentable, and efficient manner.
• Basic computer skills including ability to use Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, email, online meeting tools, and ERP system.
• Ability to understand and interpret basic electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, assembly documentation, hand sketches, and CAD.
• Hands-on experience fabricating and debugging harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and test equipment.
• Experience with electromechanical build processes including iron and hot-air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing.
• Basic carpentry skills to support construction of mockups and basic test fixtures.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, stand or sit for long periods of time, climb ladders, push, pull, etc.
• Wire harness routing and integration preferred.
• Spaceflight hardware and avionics assembly experience preferred.
• Certifications or familiarity with NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 standards preferred.
• Electrical debugging tools including the use of multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and network analyzer preferred.
• Manufacturing tools including operation of CNC, manual mill, lathe, and TIG/MIG welder preferred.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work well on a team and take full responsibility for individual tasks.