Electronics Assembly Technician in South San Francisco

Energy Jobline ZR; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a detail-oriented Electronics Assembly Technician in South San Francisco to join our manufacturing team. You will perform precision assembly of motors for drones and robots on a fast-paced production line, following documented processes.

Responsibilities include installing components, applying adhesives, using hand tools and measurement instruments, inspecting at each stage, maintaining clean workstations, and collaborating with engineering and QA to

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma is required.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assemble motors for drones and robots on a fast-paced production line.
• Install bearings, magnets, shafts, and encoder/sensor sub-assemblies.
• Use hand tools and measuring instruments to ensure conformance at each stage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation and raise deviations.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Read assembly drawings

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Torque drivers

Calipers

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Electronics Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team in South San Francisco. In this role you will be responsible for the precision assembly of motors for drones and robots. You will work on a fast-paced production line, following documented processes and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Motor Assembly

• Install bearings, magnets, shafts, and encoder/sensor sub-assemblies with appropriate tooling
• Apply adhesives, potting compounds, and thermal interface materials as required

(Training provided)

Electrical & Inspection

• Use hand and bench tools, torque drivers, calipers, multimeters, and oscilloscopes
• Inspect work for cosmetic and dimensional conformance at each stage of assembly

(Training provided)

Production Line

• Follow standardized work instructions, traveler documents, and ESD handling procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation
• Identify and elevate non-conforming parts or process deviations to the lead technician
• Support rework and repair activities on returned or out-of-spec assemblies
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to implement corrective actions

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Background

• GED, high school diploma, or higher — required
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check — required
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening — required

Experience & Physical Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in electronics assembly not required, but
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for fine-pitch component handling
• Ability to stand, sit, or work at a bench for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs unassisted
• Good near vision; ability to work with small components under magnification
• Reliable attendance and ability to meet production targets in a fast-paced environment

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals is a leading staffing provider in the U.S., Canada and South Africa. Every day, we help job seekers find work and help businesses find qualified employees. Founded in 1983, Express annually employs more than 566,000 people across over 800 franchise locations worldwide.