Electronics Technician

Moog Military Aircraft LLC; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Open PTO policy

Job summary

Moog Santa Barbara Operations seeks a Senior Electronics Technician to join a fast-paced environment building and testing aerospace-grade hardware. You will work onsite in Santa Barbara, performing assembly, harness fabrication, and high-power testing to support defense programs.

Responsibilities include soldering, reading schematics, assembling interconnects and panels, and troubleshooting units. A strong electronics background and IPC/ESD awareness are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Formal electronics training or 5+ years hands-on experience.
• Certification to J-STD-001 or equivalent soldering standard.
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and drawings.
• Experience with military cable manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of electronic assembly and manufacturing.
• Assemble circuit cards, including through-hole and SMT soldering.
• Fabricate and assemble electronic interconnects such as harnesses and cables.
• Build and assemble control panels.
• Perform basic mechanical fabrication.
• Construct and check out military cables.
• Work with high-power, high-voltage AC and DC circuits and controllers.
• Conduct basic testing and troubleshooting of electronic units and assemblies.
• Build and verify in-house designed electronic test equipment.
• Interpret and work from electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, manufacturing outlines, worksheets, and parts lists.
• Coordinate with engineering, drafting, machine shop, quality assurance, purchasing, subcontractors, and vendors to support program goals.
• Contribute to cost estimates, schedules, and technical proposals as needed.
• Follow lab safety, ESD, and quality standards in all aspects of work.

Skills

Soldering

Reading schematics

Electrical testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal electronics training / 5+ years hands-on experience

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Meters

Calipers

Microscopes

Job description

About Moog

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Job Title and Location

Job Title: Electronics Technician. Reporting To: Head, Engrg. Sect. Work Schedule: Onsite - Santa Barbara, CA

About the Role

Moog Santa Barbara Operations provides advanced hardware and software solutions for ground defense platforms, with expertise in turret weapon systems, system integration, and precision motion control. From concept phase to prototype builds and field testing, we enable mission success through engineering innovation and operational excellence. With growing demand for our products in both domestic and international defense markets, Moog Santa Barbara Operations continues to expand its capabilities and workforce. Our experienced team of systems, software, mechanical, and electrical engineers collaborates to deliver innovative solutions that support the evolving needs of our customers and their missions. We are seeking a Senior Electronics Technician to play a key role in the assembly, integration, testing, and support of our integrated weapon systems. This position is ideal for a technician with strong electronics manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced development and production environment.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of electronic assembly and manufacturing
• Assemble circuit cards, including through-hole and SMT soldering
• Fabricate and assemble electronic interconnects such as harnesses and cables
• Build and assemble control panels
• Perform basic mechanical fabrication
• Construct and check out military cables
• Work with high-power, high-voltage AC and DC circuits and controllers
• Conduct basic testing and troubleshooting of electronic units and assemblies
• Build and verify in-house designed electronic test equipment
• Interpret and work from electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, manufacturing outlines, worksheets, and parts lists
• Coordinate with engineering, drafting, machine shop, quality assurance, purchasing, subcontractors, and vendors to support program goals
• Contribute to cost estimates, schedules, and technical proposals as needed
• Follow lab safety, ESD, and quality standards in all aspects of work

Skills & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Formal electronics training from a technical school, Class A or B military electronics school, or a minimum of 5 years of relevant hands-on experience
• Certification to J-STD-001 or equivalent soldering standard, or ability to obtain certification
• Ability to solder small electronic components and connections using microscopes or other vision-enhancing tools
• Experience with military cable manufacturing methods and requirements
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and other technical documentation
• Understanding of ESD prevention practices and electro-mechanical lab safety procedures
• Experience using small power and hand tools (drills, hammers, drivers, etc.), and measuring equipment (calipers, etc.)
• Ability to disassemble, reassemble, and repair electronic and electromechanical assemblies
• Familiarity with IPC standards related to the assembly and repair of electronic components preferred
• Familiarity with common electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and meters
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range Transparency: Santa Barbara, CA $40.00-$50.00 Hourly Salary Range Disclaimer The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.

Additional Information

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

EEO Statement

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran Moog offers an exclusive workplace, and, as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.