Underwater Systems Technician: Electromechanical Assembly & Testing

albacore

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 47,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

albacore is seeking an experienced assembler to build and integrate mechanical and electromechanical components for underwater vehicle prototypes and low-rate production. You will fabricate wiring harnesses, assemble structural parts, and conduct functional and electrical tests according to defined procedures.

The role requires hands-on experience with electromechanical builds, reading schematics, and using common lab tools. Candidates should have U.S.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree, technical certification, GED, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical systems.
  • 2-7 years of experience assembling mechanical or electromechanical hardware.
  • Experience building wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and working with connectors, soldering, and crimping tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and assembly work instruction documentation.
  • Experience using common shop tools and equipment for fabrication and assembly.
  • Hands-on experience with electromechanical builds, mechanical assembly, and troubleshooting hardware systems.
  • Familiarity with test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, or similar tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clean & reliable hardware builds.
  • U.S. work authorization and ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Build and assemble mechanical and electromechanical components and subsystems for underwater vehicle prototypes, test articles, and low rate initial production.
  • Fabricate and assemble wiring harnesses, connectors, and cable assemblies following electrical schematics and documentation.
  • Perform mechanical assembly of structural components, pressure housings, propulsion systems, and internal subsystem assemblies.
  • Execute functional, electrical, and mechanical tests using defined procedures and test equipment.
  • Assist engineers with debugging, and troubleshooting of electromechanical systems during integration phases.
  • Utilize and maintain test fixtures, tooling, and hardware used for subsystem validation and system integration.
  • Support environmental and system-level testing, including pressure, leak, vibration, and functional tests.
  • Maintain organized workspaces, tooling, and inventory to support efficient hardware builds.
  • Provide feedback to engineering teams to improve hardware manufacturability process related outcomes.

Skills

Reading schematics
Mechanical assembly
Electrical assembly
Troubleshooting
Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or equivalent
Technical certification
GED

Tools

Multimeters
Oscilloscopes
Soldering
Crimping tools
Power supplies

Job description

albacore is seeking an experienced assembler to build and integrate mechanical and electromechanical components for underwater vehicle prototypes and low-rate production. You will fabricate wiring harnesses, assemble structural parts, and conduct functional and electrical tests according to defined procedures.

The role requires hands-on experience with electromechanical builds, reading schematics, and using common lab tools. Candidates should have U.S.

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