Mechanical Engineering Technician Hardware

Front Door Defense; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Technologies in Dallas is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Technician to enhance production efficiency in defense manufacturing. The candidate will utilize advanced tools and methodologies to support mechanical assembly and maintenance efforts.

Key responsibilities include improving line yield, conducting FAT/SAT, and collaborating with engineers to optimize production processes. Hands-on experience with tools and CAD literacy for fixture design are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years mechanical assembly/maintenance experience for Tech I.
• 3–5 years experience for Tech II focusing on setups and quality checks.
• 6+ years for Tech III with cross-trade troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Run and support Kaizen events to improve production metrics.
• Work with engineers to remove line bottlenecks.
• Draft and update Manufacturing Instructions.

Skills

Hands-on experience with hand and power tools

Mechanical assembly including fasteners and fits

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Clear written and verbal communication

Ability to read prints and GD&T

Tools

SolidWorks

Excel

Python

SQL

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Lead on-site mechanical maintenance and fixture design to improve line yield and throughput

Location: Dallas

Job Tags: Hardware

About The Role

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America's defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America's industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead.

We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners.

As a Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will drive OEE gains on defense-critical production lines. You will partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Controls to lift reliability, raise first-pass yield, and take time out of cycle. You will support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), including executing protocols, collecting data, and closing punch‑list items. Some travel, including international in the first few months, may be required.

What You'll Do

• Run and support Kaizen events that improve Availability, First-Pass Yield, and Throughput.
• Work with engineers to identify and remove bottlenecks on the line and document durable countermeasures.
• Design, build, and fit simple fixtures and production aids; use shop tools and basic fabrication as needed.
• Use internal tools to diagnose product and equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and communicate corrective actions.
• Draft and update Manufacturing Instructions and assist with training operators and other technicians.
• Pull and analyze production data to spot patterns and propose solutions using Excel and, where helpful, Python, SQL, Minitab, or JMP.
• Support FAT/SAT mechanically: instrument stations, run acceptance tests, log results in MES, and help release equipment to production.
• Perform precision metrology and basic preventive maintenance to protect rate and quality.

What You'll Bring

• Hands‑on experience with hand and power tools and mechanical assembly, including fasteners, fits, torque methods, and alignment.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics; basic electro‑mechanical skills are a plus (low‑voltage sensors, harness repair, DMM use).
• Ability to read prints, GD&T, and schematics; comfortable interpreting 3D CAD. Experience with SolidWorks or similar is preferred.
• Exposure to fabrication or prototyping is helpful (machining basics, 3D printing, laser cutting).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using data tools to support decisions.
• Clear written and verbal communication; willingness to follow and improve SWIs and safety procedures (LOTO, cranes/rigging, forklifts).
• Ability to travel, including internationally during early equipment builds and SAT, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Experience:
  • Tech I: 1–2+ years mechanical assembly/maintenance/prototyping.
  • Tech II: 3–5+ years owning setups, alignments, PMs, and quality checks.
• Tech III (Lead): 6+ years, cross‑trade troubleshooting and mentoring.
• Core skills: Read prints & GD&T precision assembly to tolerance; shop math; hand/power tools; basic mill/lathe/drill; hydraulics/pneumatics fundamentals; create clear notes/SWIs.
• Tempo: Demonstrated ability to meet rate and quality targets under time pressure while following SWIs and safety rules.

Preferred

• CAD literacy for simple fixture edits (SolidWorks or similar); ability to interpret 3D models.
• Exposure to PLC/VFD basics (status reads, alarm ack), sensors, and I/O checks (controls team will own programming).
• Experience with heat treat/thermal processes, hardness checks, and distortion control (nice to have for our parts).
• CMMS/MES and basic SPC; root‑cause tools (5-Why, Ishikawa).
• Certifications: Forklift, overhead crane/rigging, OSHA‑10; able to qualify for U.S. export‑control programs if required by contract.