ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Electronics

Southwest Research Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 bonus in first paycheck

Job summary

Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, TX, is seeking an entry-level Electronics Technician to support our Research & Development team. You will gain hands-on experience wiring, testing, troubleshooting, and improving prototype electronic systems in a lab environment.

The role emphasizes learning CAD with SolidWorks, following procedures, and assisting with build and rework of prototype panels and test fixtures, while meeting safety and labeling standards.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Review wiring schematics and CAD drawings as designs change.
• Maintain labeling standards and documentation for wiring systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of wiring, labeling, and build processes.
• Support build and rework of prototype panels and test fixtures.
• Provide status updates for tasks in meetings.

Skills

Hand tools

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).

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.

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

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.