Hands-On Prototype Build & Test Technician — Nuclear

Aalo Atomic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aalo Atomics is based in Austin, TX and is hiring a Build and Test Technician to turn designs into hardware for modular nuclear reactors. You will work with the engineering team to assemble, wire, integrate, and test reactor subsystems and supporting infrastructure.

This hands-on role thrives in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong tool skills, attention to detail, and a safety‑minded approach. It supports critical milestones and offers growth within a pioneering energy company.

Qualifications

• Hands-on build and test experience with complex electromechanical hardware in prototype or R&D environments.
• Excellent hand-tool proficiency with wrenches, torque tools, drills, taps, and precision instruments.
• Strong electrical fundamentals: read schematics, build harnesses, solder, crimp, and troubleshoot with a multimeter.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and GD&T, and follow assembly instructions.
• Experience with sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assemble subsystems from engineering drawings, instructions, and schematics.
• Fabricate and route wiring harnesses; terminate connectors; solder and crimp to IPC/J-STD standards.
• Install sensors, actuators, and control hardware on test articles.
• Execute test procedures; capture data; document results and configurations.
• Troubleshoot faults to component level; work with engineers on root causes.
• Use hand and power tools and metrology tools safely and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following quality protocols.
• Provide feedback to improve assembly processes and tooling.

Skills

Hand tool proficiency

Electrical fundamentals

Reading schematics

Mechanical drawing interpretation

Data collection & analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certificate / associate degree or military training

Tools

IPC‑A‑610

J‑STD‑001

Multimeter

Calipers

Torque wrenches

Soldering

Crimping

Job description

Aalo Atomics is based in Austin, TX and is hiring a Build and Test Technician to turn designs into hardware for modular nuclear reactors. You will work with the engineering team to assemble, wire, integrate, and test reactor subsystems and supporting infrastructure.

This hands-on role thrives in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong tool skills, attention to detail, and a safety‑minded approach. It supports critical milestones and offers growth within a pioneering energy company.