We are based in Alameda, CA, with offices in Washington DC and St. Petersburg, FL, and operate missions worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing team at the cutting-edge intersection of big data services, autonomy, and AI. You will be part of a high-performing, multidisciplinary team delivering data, intelligence, and firepower for strategic superiority.
The Role
As a Production Assembly Technician at our company, you will play a vital role in assembling and rebuilding subsystems for our ocean-going vehicles. These subsystems include cameras, actuators, and battery systems. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks, including soldering, harness assembly, mechanical assembly, and testing. Whether you’re working on a one-off prototype or a production batch, your attention to detail and commitment to quality will be essential. You’ll need to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions accurately while maintaining a well-organized workspace. Collaboration and problem-solving will be key as you work alongside our Production Team to build innovative and high-quality products.
Responsibilities
- Work on new products with limited formal work instructions.
- Builds critically, ultimately being able to recognize when to stop and ask questions by drawing on previous experience.
- Contribute to fitting, building, or reconstructing various parts within required timelines.
- Maintains high-quality of work at all times, prioritizing attention to detail above all else.
- Is able to interpret and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy work environment in adherence to company policies.
- Update and maintain records of test results and inspection procedures.
- Actively contribute ideas for process improvement to enhance quality and production efficiency.
- Monitor and maintain equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Trains other technicians on basic tasks and assemblies.
- Foresees production problems ahead of time, ie: calling out low inventory items, suggesting new tools/jigs, flagging issues seen during assembly.
Desired Experience Level
- 2-4 years work experience in a production assembly environment
- Has experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Assembling of electro-mechanical assemblies
- Testing sub-assemblies
- PCBA work: hand solder / repair
- Harnesses assembly
- Metal fabrication (e.g. mill/lathe)
- Works comfortably and with good speed and quality in electro-mechanical assemblies
- Ideally completion of formal certification in electronics or engineering, typically industry apprenticeship, AA degree, or Bachelor’s degree
- Strong communication skills
- Working onsite in our Alameda HQ, 5-days per week.
Salary range: USD $55,700 – $87,100 Annually + Equity
Location: This position is in Alameda, CA. Our waterfront office offers beautiful views of San Francisco Bay in always sunny Alameda.
