Electronics & Failure Analysis Engineering Technician

Actalent; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Engineering Technician - Electronics / Destructive Physical Analysis in El Segundo, CA. This on-site role supports evaluation of electrical/mechanical components and PWBs with emphasis on DPA to meet military, space, and industry standards.

The candidate will work with microscopes, metrology tools, soldering equipment, and instrumentation in a fast-paced team setting, with 25-lb lifting capability and occasional swing shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with microscopes or microscopy tools.
• Experience taking dimensional measurements using calipers, rulers, optical measurement equipment, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with hand tools, basic power tools, soldering, and instrumentation.
• Experience troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform detailed work requiring close vision.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze electrical and mechanical components and PWBs.
• Perform detailed inspection and analysis using microscopes and optical equipment.
• Take dimensional measurements using calipers, rulers, optical measurement equipment, and similar tools.
• Utilize hand tools, basic power tools, soldering equipment, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot machinery, equipment, and test setups.
• Support DPA and component evaluation activities.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, procedures, and documentation.
• Document measurements, observations, test results, and findings.
• Work closely with engineers, analysts, and other technicians in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Lab experience

Microscopy

Dimensional metrology

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Physical strength

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor’s in STEM

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Measurement tools

Soldering tools

Hand tools

Job description

Engineering Technician - Electronics / Destructive Physical Analysis

Location: El Segundo, CA Pay Rate: $33.09 - $35.00/hour Contract: 6 months with potential for extension Work Environment: 100% On-site Schedule: 9/80 schedule Overtime: Overtime or swing-shift work may occasionally be required

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on Engineering Technician to support the evaluation and analysis of electrical and mechanical components and printed wiring boards (PWBs). This position will support Destructive Physical Analysis (DPA) activities to determine compliance with applicable military, space, and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in an analytical laboratory or similar technical environment and be comfortable working with microscopes, precision measurement tools, soldering equipment, hand tools, and instrumentation. Candidates with relevant electronics testing, component repair, or back-shop avionics experience may also align well with this position, particularly when their experience includes bench-level electronics work, soldering, microscopy, electrical test equipment, dimensional measurement, and technical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze electrical and mechanical components and printed wiring boards (PWBs).
• Perform detailed inspection and analysis using microscopes and optical equipment.
• Take dimensional measurements using calipers, rulers, optical measurement equipment, and similar tools.
• Utilize hand tools, basic power tools, soldering equipment, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot machinery, equipment, and technical test setups.
• Support Destructive Physical Analysis (DPA) and component evaluation activities.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Accurately document measurements, observations, test results, and findings.
• Work closely with engineers, analysts, and other technicians in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Familiarity with microscopes or microscopy tools.
• Experience taking dimensional measurements using calipers, rulers, optical measurement equipment, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with hand tools, basic power tools, soldering, and instrumentation.
• Experience troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform detailed work requiring close vision.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with any of the following is highly desirable:

• Destructive Physical Analysis (DPA) or failure analysis
• Microsectioning or chemical deprocessing
• Military standards, performance specifications, and component-related documentation
• Digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical test equipment
• Printed wiring board (PWB) assembly
• IC or hybrid assembly
• Plating or other relevant manufacturing processes
• Basic chemistry knowledge
• Soldering and electronic component work
• Technical report writing and documentation
• CAD and the ability to read schematic diagrams
• Designing custom fixtures for 3D printing
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, or similar documentation/reporting programs

Relevant Technical Backgrounds

Relevant candidates may come from backgrounds such as:

• Engineering Technician
• Engineering Test Technician
• Electronics Technician
• Electrical Engineering Technician
• Test Technician
• Laboratory Technician
• Failure Analysis Technician
• Component Repair Technician
• Electronics Repair Technician
• Avionics Bench Technician
• Back-Shop Avionics Technician

Back-shop avionics and electronics technicians may be particularly relevant when their experience includes bench-level component work, soldering, microscopes, circuit-board work, multimeters, oscilloscopes, precision measurements, schematics, and troubleshooting.

Education

• High school diploma or technical/trade-school education with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field is preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work 100% on-site in El Segundo, CA.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to complete required background and drug screening.
• Must be open to occasional overtime or swing-shift support based on program needs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.09 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Segundo, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector Law

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.