Electronics Technician (Experienced)

Location

Torrance, CA

Wage

$28.5 – $38/hr

Employment Type

Full-time

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Posted on September 2, 2026

Job Description

Overview

OKSI is seeking an experienced Electronics Technician to work closely with the design team in an ESD-controlled lab, focusing on precision assembly, rework, and test support for advanced defense electronics. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience with next-generation defense technology.

Responsibilities

  • Perform SMT and through-hole soldering, assembly, and rework of printed circuit assemblies.
  • Build engineering prototypes and first articles from schematics and assembly drawings.
  • Support board bring-up and debug alongside engineers, including basic troubleshooting.
  • Fabricate, route, and terminate wire harnesses and cable assemblies.
  • Assemble electronic enclosures and integrated units from mechanical drawings.
  • Support Production Operations during LRIP and rate builds.
  • Follow controlled work instructions and document completed work.
  • Maintain ESD-controlled work areas and assist with calibration tracking.
  • Keep a safe, organized workspace and flag process improvements.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
  • 5-8 years of hands-on electronics assembly, rework, and harness experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with SMT and through-hole soldering.
  • Hands-on cable and wire harness assembly experience.
  • Experience with box builds or higher-level assemblies.
  • Proficient with hand tools, crimpers, and soldering equipment.
  • Working familiarity with ESD-controlled environments.
  • Basic electronic troubleshooting skills.
  • Fine motor dexterity, attention to detail, and clear communication.
  • IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-7711/7721 certification required within 6 months.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k

How this job compares in Torrance, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $33/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $33/hr median for welding jobs in Torrance, CA, whose middle half runs $32–$49/hr across 20 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 60% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Torrance, CA

We're tracking 44 other active welding openings in Torrance, CA right now, from 13 different employers. 8 of them were added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 627 other active welding openings from 305 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Torrance, or widen the search to California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (31), Aerotek (16), and Volt (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Redondo Beach at $51/hr, Santa Ana at $48/hr, and Long Beach at $40/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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