Lead Electrical Engineering Technician
$98,010–$130,000 year
On-site · Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead Electrical Engineering Technician role at Anduril in Costa Mesa, CA. Responsible for executing comprehensive test plans using benchtop equipment to verify PCB and integrated electronic system performance; performing precision PCB rework and assembly (SMT and through-hole) under a microscope; building, assembling, and modifying complex cable and wire harness assemblies; diagnosing and repairing electronic assemblies to the component level; accurately documenting test data, rework actions, assembly details, and failure modes to support engineering analysis and continuous improvement; and assisting in lab maintenance and calibration to maintain a safe, compliant environment. Requires 5+ years in electronics testing/assembly/rework, strong ability to read schematics and documentation, proficiency in IPC standards, experience with ECAD tools, and eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance. Preferred qualifications include an Associate degree and IPC-610/620, J-STD-001 certifications, and experience with ECAD viewers. Salary range provided reflects hourly compensation converted to annualized USD, with benefits noted.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in electronics testing, assembly, and rework in an R&D or production environment
- Strong technical literacy: Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and technical datasheets
- Demonstrated proficiency in fine-pitch SMT and through-hole soldering (IPC J-STD-001 or equivalent standards)
- Experience with PCB rework, component replacement, and modification
- Proficiency in diagnosing electronic failures to the component level using standard test equipment and documentation
- Understanding of product development lifecycles, reliability, and compliance testing
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-organizing: Able to prioritize simultaneous tasks in an electronics lab/test environment
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Active IPC-610, IPC-620, and J-STD-001 certifications
- Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Technologies, or related fields
- Experience in electronics testing, assembly, and rework in an R&D or production environment
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and technical datasheets
- Proficiency in fine-pitch SMT and through-hole soldering (IPC J-STD-001 or equivalent standards)
- Experience building and modifying complex cable and wire harness assemblies (crimping, soldering, routing)
- Proven ability to diagnose electronic failures to the component level using standard test equipment
- Understanding of product development lifecycles, reliability, and compliance testing
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-organizing with ability to prioritize multiple tasks in an electronics lab/test environment
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
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