Harnessing Technician

Picogrid; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) with employer matching

Full health coverage

Unlimited PTO

Free lunch in-office

Free EV charging

Job summary

A defense technology company in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Harnessing Technician to join their hardware engineering team. The role involves owning the harness manufacturing process, performing electrical assembly, and ensuring high-quality production standards. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in electrical or mechanical assembly and possess an associate degree. Compensation includes a salary range of $70,000 to $120,000, significant stock options, and comprehensive benefits including unlimited PTO and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with electrical/mechanical assembly.
• Experience in military, aerospace, or integrated circuits.
• Demonstrated leadership in management, public service, or organizing.

Responsibilities

• Own the harness manufacturing process, from assembly to troubleshooting.
• Improve processes for efficiency and quality.
• Perform mechanical and wiring tasks, including assembly and maintenance.
• Develop manufacturing jigs to enhance production speed.
• Follow electrical schematics to complete wiring tasks.
• Manage part inventory and maintain tooling used in manufacturing.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Who we are

Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.

About the role

Picogrid is seeking a Harnessing Technician to help build the next generation of American defense technology. As a core member of Picogrid’s hardware engineering team, you will help define our engineering culture and product roadmap.

As a Harnessing Technician, you will work on the PCBAs and electrical systems powering Picogrid's current (e.g. Lander, Helios) and future (unannounced) hardware platforms, enabling the deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems into operations around the world.

You will own the wire harness manufacturing process from blank-sheet design to in-field troubleshooting and work alongside Picogrid’s world-class engineering team coming from companies including SpaceX, Google, Twitter, and more.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership over the harness manufacturing process, working with the rest of the engineering team in assembling, maintaining, and operating mechanical and electrical systems

• Obsess about quality, look for improvements that speed up and simplify processes

• Perform a variety of mechanical and wiring tasks, including repetitive and non-repetitive fabrication, final end product assembly, and field maintenance

• Develop manufacturing jigs to increase speed and yield of harness manufacturing

• Follow electrical schematics and harness drawings, and complete wiring tasks including crimping, building harnesses, wiring switchgear, soldering SMT and through-hole components

• Troubleshoot and rework circuit designs in development

• Prepare and execute electrical and environmental test plans for PCBAs and end products

• Manage part inventory for harness and PCBA assembly processes

• Organize and maintain tooling and equipment involved in harness manufacturing

• Respect workplace safety guidelines and take LV DC safety seriously

• Travel 15-25% of your time across interesting and unique parts of the country to perform equipment installations and servicing

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with electrical/mechanical assembly

• Associate degree

• Military, aerospace, or IC background

• Track record of leadership demonstrated through management, public service, community organizing, or similar experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $70,000 - $120,000 per year. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation package at Picogrid.

• Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)

• Relocation assistance provided (if applicable)

• Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year

• Paid parental leave for both parents

• Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette

• Free EV charging at the HQ

• Unique office in El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer

Export Control Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.