CareerPlan

Electronic/Mechanical Lab Technician - Associate, Mid-Level or Lead

USA - Kirtland AFB, NMFull-time$92k–$124k2026-10-26 → 2026-11-09
On-siteNo visa sponsorshipCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Plans, conducts, and documents activities on products, systems, and processes; designs, builds, and analyzes test systems, components, software, and methodologies for optics, lasers, and telescopes.

Role type

Senior IC electronic/mechanical lab technician

Builds

Test systems, components, and integration setups for optical and laser systems

Domain

Defense, aerospace, optics, and laser technology

Required skills

electronics troubleshooting, mechanical systems assembly, powered hand tools operation, test system design, system integration, verification, validation, HAZMAT procedures, optics/lasers/telescopes operation

Preferred skills

complex computer-based analysis/control systems, chassis wiring, mechanical mounting based on schematics

Technologies

multimeters, oscilloscopes, computer-based analysis systems

Responsibilities

Design and build test systems and components; lead test integration, setup, checkout, teardown, and restoration; troubleshoot complex laboratory problems; coordinate lab activities and personnel training; assist engineers with system integration and validation; operate optics, lasers, and telescope mounts

Seniority

Mid-Level to Lead, hands-on IC