Mechanical Field Technician

Actalent; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Field Technician in Longmont, CO to assemble and test advanced mechanical systems for High Energy Laser technologies. The role uses hand and power tools to build assemblies from prints and BOMs, supports field testing, and involves fixture design and soldering in a regulated setting.

Responsibilities include field testing, documenting results, and collaborating with engineering to improve assembly processes. The position is contract-to-hire and onsite in Longmont.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with hand and power tools for mechanical assembly.
• Strong ability to interpret prints, schematics, and BOMs.
• Hands-on troubleshooting for mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Experience testing mechanical or electromechanical assemblies.
• Ability to perform soldering as part of build/test processes.
• Work effectively in regulated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand and power tools to build assemblies per engineering prints, schematics, and BOMs.
• Perform mechanical and sub-assembly work with high accuracy.
• Support field testing and travel to test sites as required.
• Troubleshoot and test mechanical/electromechanical systems.
• Carry out soldering tasks to support assembly and test processes.
• Assist with design, assembly, and use of test fixtures to validate performance.
• Follow regulated procedures and safety standards in all work.
• Collaborate with engineering to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Maintain tools/equipment and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Document work performed and test results accurately.

Skills

Hand & power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

System testing

Soldering

Regulated environment

Travel readiness

Technical docs

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Field TechnicianJob Description

The Mechanical Field Technician assembles and tests advanced mechanical systems that support next-generation High Energy Laser weapon technologies. This role operates hand and power tools to build mechanical assemblies from prints, schematics, and bills of materials, supports testing activities in the field with required travel, and contributes to fixture design and soldering work in a regulated manufacturing and field environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and power tools to build mechanical assemblies according to engineering prints, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Perform mechanical assembly and sub-assembly work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support testing activities in the field, including traveling to test sites as required.
• Conduct troubleshooting and testing of mechanical and electromechanical systems to ensure proper operation.
• Carry out soldering tasks as part of assembly and test processes where required.
• Assist with the design, assembly, and use of test fixtures to validate system performance.
• Follow procedures and documentation appropriate for a regulated environment, adhering to all quality and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and other technical staff to resolve mechanical issues and improve assembly processes.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Accurately document work performed, test results, and any issues identified during assembly and testing.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools for mechanical assembly work.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience assembling components from prints, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Hands-on troubleshooting skills for mechanical and testing-related issues.
• Experience performing testing on mechanical or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to perform soldering tasks to support assembly and test activities.
• Capability to work effectively in a regulated environment, following established procedures and standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel to field locations to support testing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including drawings and schematics.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, reliable assemblies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing or field-based technical roles.
• Background in fixture design or assisting with the design and setup of test fixtures.
• Familiarity with high-reliability or defense-related technologies and systems.
• Comfort working in rugged and challenging environments where systems must perform reliably.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with engineering and technical teams.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple assembly and test tasks in a dynamic environment.

Work Environment

This role operates in both manufacturing and field environments. In the manufacturing setting, the technician works with hand and power tools, test equipment, and assembly fixtures while following regulated procedures and safety standards. Field work involves supporting testing activities at off-site locations, including rugged and challenging environments where systems are designed to survive and thrive. The position offers hands-on involvement in advanced High Energy Laser weapon system technologies, with a culture focused on innovation, reliability, and technical excellence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Longmont, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 – $44.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Longmont,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.