Engineering Technician

Engineering Electronic Technician

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Electronic Technician, where you will play a pivotal role in assembling prototype and production PC Boards for Space applications and Defense programs. This position involves hands-on assembly, soldering, and collaboration with engineering teams to bring cutting-edge space and defense technology to life.

Responsibilities

• Assemble prototype and production PC Boards following engineering team's developments and sketches/drawings.
• Perform soldering tasks including through-hole and surface mount techniques.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings.
• Conduct repair and rework of electronic components under J-Std guidelines.
• Document build, troubleshoot, test, and reassemble processes in accordance with Space requirements.
• Collaborate in R&D lab settings to ensure high-quality standards are met.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in soldering and prototype assembly.
• Ability to interpret assembly and engineering drawings and schematics.
• Current J-Std or IPC certifications, with specific focus on NASA Space flight Hardware.
• 3+ years of experience with assembly in space, defense, or aerospace products or components.
• 5+ years of experience in soldering, through-hole and surface mount techniques, and PC board assembly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Current J-STD certification is a must-have; IPC 610, 620 certifications are a bonus.
• Experience in building, troubleshooting, and reassembling electronic components.
• Understanding of space and defense specifications, with NASA Space addendum knowledge being advantageous.

Work Environment

Work in a smaller shop with a collaborative team environment. This product-oriented space-technology firm operates in commercial, space, and defense markets, providing rugged aerospace-grade data-acquisition and control systems for use onboard rockets, spacecraft, aircraft, and other remote platforms in extreme environments. Be a part of exciting projects such as JPL NASA, MARS Rover programs, and Navy Defense projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pasadena, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $43.00/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 Apr 29, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.