Electro‑Mechanical Engineering Technician I

Karman Space & Defense; Mukilteo (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician I to support assembly, test, and production work on electro-mechanical devices. You will read drawings, assemble wiring harnesses, test circuits, and help ensure quality during fast-paced manufacturing.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, hands-on tool experience, and the ability to work under supervision. U.S. citizenship required, with safety-conscious teamwork in a premium defense environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Experience with basic hand and power tools.
• Typically 1–2 years in a technical/assembly environment.
• Familiarity with standard electronic test equipment is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Wire harness fabrication with splicing, crimping, Molex connectors and soldering.
• Potting and encapsulation of connectors/electronics.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, BOMs, procedures and docs.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues under limited supervision.
• Assemble and test mechanical systems with standard test equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
• Assist with basic facility maintenance and clean-up.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Power tools proficiency

Electrical assembly

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Frequency generators

Job description

Summary

The Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician I is responsible for supporting assembly, test, and production work related to electro-mechanical devices. Tasks include electrical assembly, wire harness fabrication, circuit board component installation and other tasks essential to electro‑mechanical component fabrication.

About Us

Karman Space & Defense provides concept‑to‑production solutions for mission‑critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission‑critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement*

What You Will Do

• Wire harness fabrication utilizing wire splicing, crimping, Molex connector installation and soldering on a multitude of different connectors and cable types
• Potting and encapsulation of connectors and electronics
• Read, understand and follow engineering assembly drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and miscellaneous supporting documentation
• Ability to troubleshoot assembly issues under limited supervision
• Assembly and test of various mechanical systems using standard electronic test equipment
• Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions
• Assist with basic facility maintenance and clean‑up

What We Are Looking For

• Required Education: High School diploma
• Required Experience: Experience with basic hand and power tools
• Typically possesses 1‑2 years of related experience in a technical and/or assembly environment
• Familiarity with operating standard electronic test equipment – oscilloscopes, meters, frequency generators, etc. a plus
• Demonstrates an exceptional work ethic, and a strong desire to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• Physical requirements: moderate physical and repetitive work, standing for extended periods, use of stairs and occasional heavy lifting
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.