Electrical Engineering Technician

Actalent • Pasadena, CA • 5h ago

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this job posting AND email me at biacosta @actalentservices.com with the following:

1) Word copy of resume

2) 2-3 professional references

3) 4-5 brief bullet points highlighting technical qualifications

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as an Electrical Engineering Technician, where you will play a crucial role in assembling proto@type PC Boards and assemblies for space applications and defense programs. This position involves hands-on tasks such as soldering, assembly, and repair, working closely with engineering teams to bring innovative projects to life. You will contribute to high-profile projects for the Navy, Space Industry avionics, and major defense contractors.

Responsibilities

Assemble and support high-quality electrical and mechanical systems for space applications.

Perform soldering tasks, including through-hole and surface mount techniques.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings.

Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot, test, and reassemble components.

Conduct work under a microscope with small components like 20 and 32 gauge wires.

Work according to NASA Space and Defense specs and J-Std with Space Addendum.

Essential Skills

3-7+ years of experience in soldering, through-hole and surface mount techniques, and PC board assembly.

Proficiency in using a microscope for assembly tasks.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering sketches.

Experience in testing, inspecting, and troubleshooting avionics electronics and electro-mechanical components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

2+ years of experience in assembly for space, defense, or aerospace products.

Familiarity with proto@type, R&D, and new product development areas.

IPC Certifications and experience with J-Std, ideally with Space Addendum.

Work Environment

Work in a smaller shop environment that fosters teamwork and collaboration. The company is a product-oriented space-technology firm operating in commercial, space, and defense markets, providing rugged aerospace-grade data-acquisition and control systems. You will be working with high-end technology used in major space missions, including JPL NASA, Mars Rover programs, and Navy defense projects.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pasadena,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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