Engineering Technician

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or related field; Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is a plus.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a technical, assembly, or shop role in a professional or internship setting.
• Basic 3D CAD skills (any platform, SOLIDWORKS preferred), with the ability to read and follow engineering drawings (e.g., basic GD&T and industry standards).
• Hands-on proficiency with oscilloscopes, HV probes, test equipment, and related diagnostic tools.
• Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics, power systems, and control circuits.
• Skilled in root-cause failure analysis and corrective action methods.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the comfort of working with basic computer software.
• Safety-first mindset with demonstrated experience working under high-voltage protocols is a plus.
• Ability to work with pace and quality while adhering to written work instructions, drawings, and documentation.
• Willingness to work onsite in our San Bruno, CA, shop 5-days per week as well as work extended and weekend hours, when necessary.
• Preferred:
• Experience with basic manufacturing processes (e.g., sheet metal, CNC, lathe, 3D printing).
• Exposure to low/high voltage systems, power distribution, or thermal management of batteries and electronics.
• Experience in high-reliability environments, such as testing for durability or endurance.
• Understanding of IPC 610 / 620
• Experience with data management tools like JIRA or Confluence.
• Hands on use of Digital multimeters, insulation testers, and microscopes
• Skills in CNC machining, sheet metal, PCBA assembly and wire harness builds.
• Role Requirements
• This position is an onsite role based in Chariot Defense’s San Bruno, CA, office.
• Willingness to support travel, domestically and internationally, as well as work extended and weekend hours, when necessary.
• Able to work on your feet for extended periods in a shop setting.
• Able to lift and carry 50lbs.
• A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $24.40 - $65.40/hour. Compensation packages also include early-stage equity and access to company-sponsored benefit plans.
• Individual compensation packages are based on geographic location, scope of the role, relevant experience, and the ability to deal with complexity and problem solve within our organization, among other factors.
• All employees are required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. within their first 3 days of work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
• Any unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles submitted through our website or to personal email accounts of employees of Chariot Defense are considered property of Chariot Defense and are not subject to payment of agency fees.