Senior Hardware Prototyping Technician

Job Purpose/Summary

The Senior Hardware Prototyping Technician builds, assembles, and tests electronic prototypes and production hardware for Knowmadics' edge and sensing products. This role leads hands-on fabrication, rework, and bring-up activities in the lab, working closely with electrical, mechanical, and embedded engineers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble, solder, rework, and integrate electronic prototypes, printed circuit assemblies (PCAs), and cabling.
• Perform hardware bring-up, functional testing, and troubleshooting of prototype and production units.
• Build and maintain test fixtures, jigs, and benches for validation and production.
• Operate lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, soldering/rework stations).
• Support field-test preparation, kitting, and logistics for hardware deployments.
• Maintain accurate build records, as-built documentation, and component inventory.
• Mentor junior technicians and enforce ESD, safety, and quality practices.
• Partner with engineering to improve manufacturability and assembly processes.

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance - U.S. Citizenship required.
• Associate degree or technical certification in electronics, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on electronics assembly, rework, and test experience.
• Advanced soldering and rework skills, including fine-pitch and surface-mount work (IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 certification a plus).
• Proficiency with lab and test equipment and reading schematics, BOMs, and assembly drawings.
• Experience building and bringing up prototype hardware in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.

Working Conditions

Employees may be called upon to participate in in-person meetings, trainings, or company functions at Knowmadics offices or other designated locations. Travel in support of business operations may also be required, and employees are expected to comply with these obligations as part of their position.

Should be willing to work in a variety of settings as needed. Flexible to work long hours as required.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods working at a desk and computer, as well as in a laboratory or prototyping environment. Frequent use of hand tools, soldering equipment, and electronic test instruments. Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.