Electro Mechanical Technician

Electromechanical Technician

Matter Intelligence builds advanced Earth-observation systems that combine novel sensing technology, spacecraft and airborne platforms, and AI-driven data exploitation. Our systems deliver fundamentally new ways of understanding the physical world — from molecular chemistry to 3D structure — across spaceborne and airborne missions.

Our team has delivered technologies to Mars for NASA/JPL, designed advanced sensors for U.S. defense, and built core infrastructure  are now building the next generation of space-based and airborne sensing systems.

We value craftsmanship, rigor, and pride in building hardware that performs exactly as intended.

Assembly & Integration

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of subsystems and systems, including mounting PCB assemblies into chassis, mechanical structures, enclosures, and opto-mechanical hardware.
• Assemble hardware by interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and written assembly procedures.
• Route, secure, and dress wiring, harnesses, and connectors to aerospace workmanship standards.
• Support precision optical and mechanical alignment activities under engineer guidance.
• Use precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, microscopes, and soldering equipment.

Electronics & Workmanship

• Perform soldering and rework of through-hole and surface-mount components.
• Support epoxy application, thread-locking, masking, and conformal coating processes as required.
• Apply ESD-safe handling practices and maintain cleanliness protocols appropriate for high-reliability hardware.
• Inspect assemblies for quality and conformance to drawings, specifications, and procedures.

Test, Troubleshooting & Verification

• Support functional testing, checkout, and diagnostics of integrated hardware.
• Assist with environmental and performance testing (e.g., thermal, vibration, optical performance verification).
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and integration-level issues; clearly document findings and corrective actions.
• Support loading, configuring, and verifying software/firmware on integrated hardware systems.

Documentation & Process

• Follow and help improve assembly, integration, and test procedures.
• Maintain detailed build records, test logs, non-conformance documentation, and rework/repair records.
• Support configuration control, parts tracking, and inventory management.
• Assist with packing, shipping, and preparation for field tests, airborne campaigns, or launch-site delivery.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with engineers, AI&T leads, and other technicians to resolve issues and improve designs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to assembly quality, test efficiency, and lab workflow.
• Contribute feedback to engineering teams to improve design-for-assembly and design-for-test.

• Hardware is assembled cleanly, correctly, and repeatably to specification.
• Issues are identified early, documented clearly, and resolved efficiently.
• Test setups are reliable, safe, and well-documented.
• Engineers trust the quality and readiness of hardware delivered for test and flight.

Required

• High school diploma, associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of experience in electro-mechanical or electro-optical assembly for high-reliability hardware.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and assembly procedures.
• Experience with precision tools, soldering, and mechanical assembly techniques.
• Working knowledge of ESD practices and high-quality workmanship standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred

• Experience with aerospace, optical, or spaceflight hardware (e.g., avionics boxes, optical assemblies, mechanisms).
• Experience with IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 workmanship standards (certification a plus).
• Experience working in cleanroom or controlled lab environments.
• Familiarity with environmental testing setups and ground support equipment.
• Experience collaborating in R&D or rapid-development engineering environments.

Location

This full-time role is based in El…