Robotics Actuator Prototyping Technician

United States Digital Space LLC

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking Engineering Technicians in San Francisco, CA to support the assembly, testing, and prototyping of custom electromechanical actuators for advanced robotic systems. You will build hardware from drawings and procedures, test against specifications, and help improve build records and work instructions.

The role emphasizes hands-on work with precision hardware, including actuators and stator prototypes.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience building or testing mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical hardware in a lab, prototype shop, or manufacturing environment.
Ability to work from drawings, BOMs, wiring diagrams, and procedures with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Actuator builds: assemble subassemblies and complete actuators from drawings, BOMs and work instructions, checking fit and torque.
Testing: set up and run mechanical and electrical tests, record measurements and identify results.
Stator prototyping: support winding, insulation, termination, bonding, inspection and rework following documented instructions.
Troubleshoot build/test issues with engineers and elevate deviations for approved rework.
Maintain accurate build/test records, traceability, inspection results and rework history.
Improve work instructions, fixtures and tooling as prototypes evolve.
Follow safety, ESD, cleanliness and quality practices; communicate blockers as priorities change.