Electro Mechanical Technician

Advantage Technical; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Technical seeks an experienced Electrical Mechanical Technician to perform hands-on building, wiring, and testing of RF systems for commercial, industrial, and defense applications. The role emphasizes mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, soldering, and cable harness work with attention to quality and safety.

You will read engineering drawings and wiring diagrams, assemble components, and test with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and VNAs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in electromechanical assembly or electronics manufacturing.
• At least 2 years of hands-on RF testing experience.
• Experience with electrical wiring, soldering, and cable assembly.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience using hand tools, precision tools, and electronic testing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform electrical wiring, soldering, and cable harness assembly.
• Install connectors and integrate electrical components.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Test antenna and RF products to ensure they function properly.
• Use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and Vector Network Analyzers (VNA).
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Work with engineers and manufacturing team members on product builds and prototypes.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical wiring

Soldering

Cable assembly

Testing electronic equipment

Reading drawings

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Technical school training or associate degree in electronics or related field

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers (VNA)

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Hand tools

Precision tools

Job description

Rate: $28.00-$40 per hour

Seeking an experienced Electrical Mechanical Technician for a hands-on position for someone who enjoys building, assembling, wiring, and testing technical products. The technician will work on complex antenna and RF (radio frequency) systems used in commercial, industrial, and defense applications.

The ideal candidate has experience with mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, soldering, cable assembly, and testing electronic equipment. We're looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, understands electronics, enjoys troubleshooting, and takes pride in building quality products.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform electrical wiring, soldering, and cable harness assembly.
• Install connectors and integrate electrical components.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Test antenna and RF products to ensure they function properly.
• Use electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and Vector Network Analyzers (VNA).
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Work with engineers and manufacturing team members on product builds and prototypes.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in electromechanical assembly or electronics manufacturing.
• At least 2 years of hands-on RF testing experience.
• Experience with electrical wiring, soldering, and cable assembly.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience using hand tools, precision tools, and electronic testing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in aerospace, defense, antenna manufacturing, telecommunications, or electronics manufacturing.
• Experience using Vector Network Analyzers (VNA), oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.
• Technical school training or an associate degree in electronics, electrical technology, or a related field.
• IPC soldering or electronics assembly certifications.