Senior R&D Welding & Fabrication Technician

Antares; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Antares in Torrance, CA, is seeking an experienced R&D Technician III to lead prototyping, machining, assembly and testing for next‑gen nuclear systems. You will work closely with engineering, fabricate prototypes, and document processes with a focus on quality and safety.

You will mentor technicians, drive continuous improvement, help design reviews, and ensure manufacturing readiness for critical milestones, including some off-site travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a high-performance manufacturing or R&D environment with experience in fabrication, machining, welding, pneumatic/hydraulic systems, test processes, test stand development.
• Understanding of aerospace-grade production/quality standards and a demonstrated track record of operating in them.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications & processes.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineering to fabricate prototypes, build and operate test systems while ensuring adherence to specifications, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve designs through rapid iteration to refine manufacturing techniques.
• Participate in design reviews, providing input on long term manufacturability, available resources, and design improvements.
• Autonomously spec, source, and commission equipment, research new best practices, coordinate resources, and report project status.
• Build, lead, and mentor a team of ambitious, quality-focused technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence, teamwork, and accountability.
• Develop and document best practices for machining, fabrication, assembly, and quality inspection.

Skills

Machining

Fabrication

Welding OTW

Test processes

Quality inspection

Leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

PLM

ERP

Manufacturing planning systems

Job description

Antares in Torrance, CA, is seeking an experienced R&D Technician III to lead prototyping, machining, assembly and testing for next‑gen nuclear systems. You will work closely with engineering, fabricate prototypes, and document processes with a focus on quality and safety.

You will mentor technicians, drive continuous improvement, help design reviews, and ensure manufacturing readiness for critical milestones, including some off-site travel as needed.