Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician

About the role

Sunnyvale, CA (onsite) * Engineering * Full-time

About the role

The work at Noble Machines is a team sport. As a Senior Electro-Mechanical Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in building and maintaining our robotic systems, test beds and facilities. You'll handle both mechanical and electronic hardware assembly, integration and test.

What you'll do

• Configure, set up, assemble, test and integrate mechanical and electronic hardware.
• Operate the tools needed for both mechanical and electrical tasks without instruction.
• Test, debug, solder, crimp and carry out the other tasks involved in fabricating and integrating mechanical, PCB and wire harness assemblies.
• Use precision calibrated tools, including torque wrenches and measurement gauges.
• Work hands-on with both large and small mechanical assemblies.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and test instructions.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document systems and operations.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
• Make sure all production work is done on time, safely and professionally.
• Help resolve hardware problems in real time and suggest ways to prevent them from recurring.
• Keep technical work areas clean and organized.
• Take on other related duties as needed to keep the work environment efficient and effective.

What you'll need

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 3+ years of experience installing propulsion, mechanical, automotive, electrical or avionics hardware.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience performing mechanical or avionics installation work on robots, aircraft or vehicles.
• Hands-on experience fabricating wire harnesses and/or electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with J-STD-001.
• Hands-on experience working in an ESD-controlled environment.
• Experience in aerospace, aviation, the military or another high-volume operating environment.
• Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings, manuals and reports.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and test equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Skill operating machinery and hand and power tools that require manual dexterity.
• Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a habit of fixing problems at the root.
• Ability to shift roles and responsibilities quickly in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Compensation and benefits

• The expected base pay for this role in Sunnyvale, CA is $48-$65 per hour, in line with California's pay transparency law (SB 1162).
• Where you land in the range depends on your experience and skills.
• Base pay is one part of total compensation, which also includes:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and other perks