Electro-Mechanical Technician

Capital Factory

Webster (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks PTO

Holidays

401K employer match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Generous Referral Program

Job summary

Vitesse Systems, LLC is seeking a Senior Electromechanical Technician in Houston, TX to assemble, test, and troubleshoot cutting edge robotic systems and spaceflight hardware.

You will work with engineers on R&D hardware, create assembly processes, and take ownership of tasks from build to test while maintaining rigorous documentation and safety standards.

Qualifications

3+ years assembling electromechanical hardware; able to work with/without documentation
Experience with wire harnesses, PCBAs, and electro‑mechanical assemblies
Ability to read electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, and CAD
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex robotic systems and electromechanical hardware
Assemble high quality wire harnesses and PCBAs
Support qualification and acceptance of new hardware and create clear documentation
Provide feedback to engineers to improve designs and procedures
Manage lab space and inventory to enable efficient testing
Adapt to changing tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines
Uphold safety, quality, and accountability in all work
Collaborate with peers and teach/learn best practices
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Robotic systems testing

Wiring harnesses

PCBAs & CAD interpretation

Electrical diagrams

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

CNC

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Spectrum analyzer

Network analyzer

3D printer

Job description

Vitesse Systems is looking for a Senior Electromechanical Technician to join the team in Houston, Texas! The Senior Electromechanical Technician requires a strong attention to detail and an aptitude for working with both electronics and mechanical systems as you work with complex electromechanical systems and spaceflight hardware. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on Jack or Jill of all trades who is an adaptable self‑starter, eager to learn new skills, and take full ownership of responsibilities.

About Vitesse Systems

Vitesse Systems is a leading provider of highly engineered antenna, thermal management and mission critical solutions used in radar, electronic warfare and C5ISR applications. No challenge is too difficult for the Vitesse Team. From complex specification driven requirements to precision manufactured components, Vitesse Systems has the experience and expertise needed to execute.

Our Core Values

Our core values of Integrity, Initiative, Impact, and Integration translate to an environment where every team member is valued and rewarded. The mission‑critical solutions we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer.

Our Benefits

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
10 Paid Company Observed Holidays
Birthday & Anniversary Incentives
401K Employer Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company‑paid Life Insurance
Company‑paid Short & Long‑term Disability
Continuing Education Reimbursement Program
Generous Referral Program

The Role

As a Senior Electromechanical Technician, you will work with a talented multidisciplinary team of engineers to help assemble, test, and troubleshoot cutting edge robotic systems and electromechanical hardware for clients in a wide variety of industries with applications on earth and outer space. A portion of the hardware you will be working with will be used for R&D applications. This means assembly documentation may be sparse, unforeseen issues are likely to emerge, and failures are likely to be encountered during testing. This will require you to be creative, think on your feet, and work closely with engineers to create assembly processes on the fly, and find solutions to issues as they arise so that development can proceed at a rapid pace.

Key Responsibilities

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to assemble, test, and troubleshoot complex robotic systems and electromechanical hardware
Assemble high quality wire harnesses and PCBAs
Support qualification and acceptance of new hardware and create supporting documentation in a clear, precise, and complete manner
Provide feedback to engineers to improve designs, documentation, and assembly procedures
Manage lab space and inventory to ensure efficient assembly and testing of hardware
Ability to adapt to constantly changing assignments and efficiently manage workload to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and respond to critical requests
Be technically excellent, safety conscious, accountable for your work, and responsible for deadlines
Constantly strive to improve your own technical skills, company processes, and be willing to both teach and learn from your peers
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

Highschool diploma or equivalent
3+ years’ experience assembling electromechanical hardware
Associates degree and 10+ years’ experience assembling electromechanical hardware preferred
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Passion for organizing tools, inventory, and equipment in a clean, organized, presentable, and efficient manner
Basic computer skills including ability to use Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, email, online meeting tools, and ERP system
Ability to understand and interpret basic electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, assembly documentation, hand sketch, and CAD
Hands‑on experience fabricating and debugging harnesses, electro‑mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and test equipment
Experience with electromechanical build processes including iron and hot‑air soldering; wire crimping and stripping; machine and hand drilling, shaping, cutting, and joining; 3D plastic printing
Basic carpentry skills to support construction of mockups and basic test fixtures
Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, stand or sit for long periods of time, climb ladders, push, pull, etc.
Wire harness routing and integration preferred
Spaceflight hardware and avionics assembly experience preferred
Certifications or familiarity with NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J‑STD‑001 standards preferred
Electrical debugging tools including: the use of multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and network analyzer preferred
Manufacturing tools including operation of: CNC, manual mill, lathe, and TIG/MIG welder preferred
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work well on a team and take full responsibility for individual tasks which may be open‑ended

Vitesse Systems, LLC performs work controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These statutes require the protection of technical data and products. The regulations require that such data not be disclosed in written, oral, or visual form to any foreign national without prior export authorization from the Department of State. A foreign national is defined by the U.S. Government under EAR 734.2(b)(2)(ii) and 8 USC 110 (a)(20) as one who: