Electromechanical Technician: Precision Assemblies & Testing

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) invites applications for an Electromechanical Technician in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The role focuses on fabrication and assembly of electromechanical subassemblies to print, with emphasis on process control, documentation, and accuracy.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree or equivalent and have 5+ years of experience, with IPC JSTD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications considered a plus. The position may require travel and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience.
• IPC JSTD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification a plus.
• Must be willing to work with and around radioactive materials.
• Must be willing to work overtime and some weekends when required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft operating system is required.
• Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists in fabrication, modification, installation and build to print moderate to complex electromechanical assemblies and subassemblies.
• Under modest supervision: reads and understands process and procedures related to the job.
• Identifies discrepancies in assembly processes or documentation and escalates.
• Works well with others in other departments and in a team setting.
• Maintains a neat and organized workspace with 5S principles.
• Understands the importance of maintaining an ESD safe work environment.
• Solders to IPC JSTD-001 and wire to IPC/WHMA-A-620 class 3 requirements.
• Possesses basic mechanical skills and uses calibrated tools like DMMs, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches and crimpers.
• Experience with epoxies, Loctite, conformal coating and potting materials.
• Familiar with pipe bending and fittings; travel to support customers may be required.
• Able to obtain and maintain secret clearance.

Skills

Teamwork

5S methodology

ESD awareness

Reading schematics

Soldering IPC JSTD-001

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

DMMs

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Crimpers

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) invites applications for an Electromechanical Technician in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The role focuses on fabrication and assembly of electromechanical subassemblies to print, with emphasis on process control, documentation, and accuracy.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree or equivalent and have 5+ years of experience, with IPC JSTD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications considered a plus. The position may require travel and occasional overtime.