Actalent

Overview

This junior-level Engineering Technician role focuses on hands-on prototype assembly and support for engineering technicians in a dynamic, cutting-edge environment. You will help build basic mechanical sub-assemblies, perform electrical and electronic assembly, and work directly with spaceflight and R&D hardware, gaining exposure to complex projects and programs across multiple missions.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering technicians with day-to-day assembly tasks and project needs.
• Build basic mechanical sub-assemblies, including mechanisms and structural components, using hand tools.
• Perform basic electrical assembly, including cable harnessing, wire routing, cable assembly, stripping, and cable routing.
• Conduct basic electronic assembly, including PCB assembly and soldering on electronic components.
• Assemble electro-mechanical prototype systems using schematic, engineering drawings, and blueprint documentation.
• Interpret and follow schematics, engineering drawings, and blueprints to complete accurate assemblies.
• Handle cables, wire routings, and wire harnesses with attention to detail and quality standards.
• Use soldering equipment, wire strippers, and other standard electrical assembly tools safely and effectively.
• Support multiple programs and projects as a utility player, stepping into different tasks and areas as needed.
• Learn and apply requirements for different components and projects while working on spaceflight hardware and R&D lab builds.
• Contribute to the manufacturing of electro-mechanical systems designed for extreme and hostile environments.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience performing electrical and electronic assembly in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with cable harnessing, wire routing, and cable assembly.
• Proficiency or strong aptitude in PCB assembly and electronic soldering.
• Ability to assemble components using schematic diagrams, engineering drawings, and blueprints.
• Experience using standard electrical assembly tools such as soldering guns and wire strippers.
• Foundational mechanical assembly skills using hand tools.
• Ability to work with spaceflight hardware or similar high-reliability hardware in an R&D or lab setting (experience preferred but not required).
• Strong attention to detail and quality in assembly work.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and documentation accurately.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• This is a Contract position based out of Pasadena, CA.
• This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena, CA.
• The position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.