ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Electronics

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First paycheck bonus

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX is seeking an entry-level Electronics Technician to support its Research & Development team. The role focuses on building, testing, troubleshooting, and improving prototype electronic systems in a lab setting. Basic CAD in SolidWorks is preferred, with opportunities to learn more.

A $500.00 sign-on bonus is offered in the first paycheck, before taxes. The position emphasizes following procedures, safety rules, ESD standards, and eager learning of

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years: General maintenance experience with a basic knowledge of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with wiring and layout of electrical/control enclosures.
• Apply and maintain labeling on wires, cables, and components.
• Perform basic soldering on connectors and cable assemblies.
• Follow written procedures, safety rules, and ESD handling practices.
• Show eagerness to learn new tools, processes such as electronic and mechanical CAD design, and technologies.

Skills

Soldering

Wiring

Electrical schematics

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Who We Are

We are seeking an entry-level Electronics Technician to support our Research & Development team. This role involves developing skills in building, testing, troubleshooting, and improving prototype electronic systems and test setups in a lab environment. Our ideal candidate has some basic CAD using Solidworks software or has strong interest in learning CAD using Solidworks. We are offering a $500.00 bonus in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Who We Are

We are seeking an entry-level Electronics Technician to support our Research & Development team. This role involves developing skills in building, testing, troubleshooting, and improving prototype electronic systems and test setups in a lab environment. Our ideal candidate has some basic CAD using Solidworks software or has strong interest in learning CAD using Solidworks. We are offering a $500.00 bonus in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).

Role

Objectives of this Role:

• Assist with wiring and layout of electrical/control enclosures.
• Apply and maintain labeling on wires, cables, and components.
• Perform basic soldering on connectors and cable assemblies.
• Follow written procedures, safety rules, and ESD handling practices.
• Show eagerness to learn new tools, processes such as electronic and mechanical CAD design, and technologies.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Help review and update wiring schematics and CAD drawings as designs change.
• Assist in maintaining labeling standards and documentation for wiring systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement ideas for wiring, labeling, and build processes.
• Support build and rework of prototype panels and test fixtures for projects.
• Provide basic status updates on assigned tasks for project or team meetings.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years: General maintenance experience with a basic knowledge on how to use hand tools.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Requirements

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas