Engineering Technician

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble, integrate, and test high-power microwave and linear accelerator hardware. In this hands-on role, you will perform precision mechanical assembly, support high-voltage testing, operate laboratory test equipment, and troubleshoot hardware issues while maintaining rigorous safety and documentation standards.

You will join a team that values collaboration and practical problem solving, with opportunities to grow through exposure to RF

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent technical education.
• 2+ years of mechanical assembly, electronics, or lab test equipment experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on hardware experience in lab/industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, integrate, and install RF structures, waveguides, pulsed power systems, and accelerator components.
• Support high-voltage and pulsed power testing following safety procedures.
• Set up and operate test stands and data acquisition equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters).
• Document assembly procedures, test results, and configurations accurately.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electronics

Lab equipment

RF/microwave knowledge

High-voltage systems

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

Job description

• We're seeking an Engineering Technician to assemble, integrate, and test high-power microwave and linear accelerator hardware. In this hands-on role, you'll perform precision mechanical assembly, support high-voltage testing, operate laboratory test equipment, and troubleshoot hardware issues while maintaining rigorous safety and documentation standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritises both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Assemble, align, integrate, and install RF structures, waveguides, pulsed power systems, and accelerator components.
• Support high-voltage and pulsed power testing while following established electrical, radiation, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Set up and operate test stands, data acquisition systems, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and power meters.
• Document assembly procedures, test results, and as-built configurations accurately.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Associate Degree
• 2+ years of experience with mechanical assembly, electronics, or laboratory test equipment.
• 2+ years of experience working with hands-on hardware in a lab or industrial environment

What Sets You Apart:

• Technical training in Engineering Technology or Electronics or Physics
• Experience with RF, microwave, accelerator, or high-voltage systems
• Experience in an R&D, accelerator, aerospace, or defense laboratory environment
• Experience working collaboratively with engineers and scientists
• Experience with LabVIEW for test stand operation, data acquisition, or basic automation and control
• Ability to read and interpret PCB schematics and circuit diagrams
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting electronic circuit issues at the board or system level
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, and written procedures
• Comfortable working with hands-on hardware in a lab or industrial environment
• Be able to qualify for needed safety authorizations, including radiation and high-voltage work, and comply with all applicable training and safety procedures.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• Be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.