Mechanical Technician Hardware

Front Door Defense; Torrance, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Valar Atomics in Torrance, CA is seeking a Mechanical Technician to assemble and finalize mechanical and electromechanical assemblies for modular reactor components. This hands-on shop-floor role uses hand and power tools to fit, fasten, and integrate components according to engineering drawings and instructions.

You will read drawings, follow bills of materials, verify fit-up and functionality, and sign off on builds.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components using hand and power tools (wrenches, drivers, torque tools, etc.).
• Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials to complete builds correctly.
• Fit, fasten, align, and torque components to specification; verify fit-up and functionality before sign-off.

Job description

Mechanical Technician

Assemble and finalize mechanical/electromechanical assemblies for modular reactor components

Location: Torrance, California

Compensation: $30 - 42 USD / hour

About The Role

Mechanical Technician

At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next‑generation manufacturing. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.

The Manufacturing organization transforms engineering designs into high‑quality products through precision manufacturing, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement. The team develops scalable production capabilities that support the commercialization of advanced nuclear technology.

Valar Atomics is looking for a Mechanical Technician to build up mechanical and electromechanical assemblies for our modular nuclear reactor systems. You will work primarily with hand and power tools to fit, fasten, and integrate a wide variety of components — from small precision sub‑assemblies to larger structural builds — following engineering drawings and work instructions. This is a hands‑on shop‑floor role with a lot of variety, well suited to someone who enjoys figuring out how things fit together and go together correctly.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components using hand and power tools (wrenches, drivers, torque tools, etc.).
• Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials to complete builds correctly.
• Fit, fasten, align, and torque components to specification; verify fit‑up and functionality before sign‑off.