Manufacturing Assembly Technician, Electromechanical

Title: Manufacturing Assembly Technician (Electromechanical) Full-time | San Diego, CA (On-site) Build high-performance hardware used in real-world applications. We’re hiring a hands-on technician for our San Diego based client to assemble and test precision electromechanical systems used in demanding environments. This is a shop-floor role for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, works well with tools, and cares about doing things right. What You’ll Do

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components (wiring, connectors, circuit boards, small parts)
• Perform soldering, wiring, and harness builds
• Apply coatings, adhesives, and sealants based on instructions
• Run functional testing and basic calibration; document results
• Install components into custom housings and complete final assembly
• Help troubleshoot and diagnose issues on returned units
• Support inventory organization and basic shop tasks

What You Bring

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, machining, or similar work for electromechanical systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills
• Experience with soldering and working with wiring/connectors, ideally 20+ AWG
• Ability to follow drawings, diagrams, or step-by-step instructions
• High attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Comfortable working on your feet and building things throughout the day
• Interest or experience with in performance motorsport, military, aerospace, R&D, and/or aircraft related is a plus.

Nice to have (not required):

• Experience with testing or calibration equipment
• Familiarity with basic data collection or test software
• Trade school or technical training

Work Environment

• On-site in a clean, organized assembly and test environment
• Typical schedule: 6 AM – 2 PM, 40–45 hours/week (overtime paid)
• Fast-paced but quality-driven

Pay & Benefits

• $32–$38/hour depending on experience (approx. $66-79K annual base)
• Overtime pay and annual performance bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

This is Ideal for:

• Prefers working with their hands over sitting at a desk
• Takes pride in precision and getting things right
• Is reliable, consistent, and detail-oriented
• Likes building real products that get used in the field