Electrical Technician

Title: Electrical Technician
Location: Onsite in Northridge, CA
Duration: 12-month contract (multi-year extensions, conversion to FTE possible) 
Compensation: $50/hr - $55/hr
Work Requirements:
 

SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to support the assembly, testing, and integration of ruggedized electronic systems for aerospace, space, and terrestrial applications. This hands-on role operates in a high-mix, medium-volume manufacturing environment and requires strict adherence to quality, documentation, and traceability standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assembly & Integration

• Perform electrical assembly operations, including wire harness fabrication, cable assembly, and component integration
• Execute PCB rework and repair in accordance with documented procedures
• Integrate electrical subsystems into ruggedized enclosures and chassis
• Apply conformal coating and perform potting operations as required

Testing & Verification

• Conduct electrical testing, including continuity, insulation resistance, and functional verification
• Operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and signal generators
• Execute test procedures and document results with full traceability
• Perform in-circuit and functional testing of assembled electronics

Quality & Documentation

• Maintain detailed assembly and test records in compliance with AS9100 requirements
• Follow IPC-A-610 Class 3 acceptance criteria for all assembly work
• Implement IPC-J-STD-001 Class 3 soldering standards
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Ensure component and assembly traceability per aerospace standards

Process Support

• Follow work instructions, manufacturing travelers, and engineering drawings
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Support MES (Manufacturing Execution System) data entry and process compliance
• Collaborate with engineering to provide design-for-manufacturability (DFM) feedback

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Certifications

• IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) or Certified IPC Trainer (CIT)
• IPC-J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)
• IPC-7711/7721 Rework and Repair Certification

Equipment Experience

• LPKF systems (PCB prototyping, circuit board plotters, or laser systems) — strong plus
• Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems
• X-ray inspection equipment
• Selective soldering or wave soldering systems

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of high-reliability electronics and space-grade component requirements
• Familiarity with conformal coating processes and materials
• Experience with Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) procedures
• Knowledge of signal integrity considerations for high-speed digital circuits

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!