Avionics & Electrical Integration Technician

Poseidon Aerospace•Alameda, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position sits at the intersection of electrical fabrication, avionics, mechanical assembly, systems integration, and testing. The ideal candidate takes pride in craftsmanship, works well with incomplete or evolving hardware, and enjoys helping turn engineering designs into functioning systems — moving between the bench, the shop floor, and the vehicle. If you enjoy building things, solving difficult problems, and seeing complex hardware come together into a functioning system, we'd like to talk to you.

Requirements

Experience building and troubleshooting electrical wiring harnesses
Proficiency with crimping, soldering, connector assembly, and cable fabrication
Experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation
Experience using common electrical test equipment such as multimeters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and continuity testers
Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to systematically isolate electrical and integration problems
Experience assembling, soldering, modifying, or repairing PCBs and electronic assemblies
Strong attention to workmanship, reliability, and detail
Comfortable performing hands-on mechanical assembly
Experience installing and integrating electrical or electronic hardware into complex systems
Ability to work from mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and engineering documentation
Comfortable working around prototype hardware where designs and configurations may evolve quickly
Ability to identify practical issues with accessibility, routing, installation, serviceability, and assembly
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with engineering teams
Strong mechanical aptitude and a natural curiosity for how systems work
Comfortable shifting between detailed bench work and larger vehicle-level integration tasks
Able to work in a fast-paced prototype and development environment
Takes ownership of work and maintains a high standard of quality
Strong organizational and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace, aviation, automotive, robotics, motorsports, or other complex electromechanical systems
Experience with avionics installation and integration
Experience building or supporting Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Iron Bird, or other integrated test systems
Experience setting up test benches, test fixtures, or validation rigs
Familiarity with data acquisition systems, sensors, and instrumentation
Experience integrating CAN, Ethernet, serial, or other vehicle communication systems
Experience troubleshooting embedded systems and electronic control hardware
Familiarity with aerospace wiring and workmanship standards
Experience with prototype aircraft, unmanned aircraft, electric vehicles, or other advanced vehicle platforms
Experience supporting engineering development and validation testing

Responsibilities

Build, modify, and troubleshoot electrical wiring harnesses and cable assemblies
Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, splicing, connector assembly, and continuity testing
Build and install avionics, electrical, and electromechanical hardware
Perform high-quality soldering, rework, and repair of PCBs, control boards, and electrical assemblies
Integrate electrical and electronic systems into prototype and production-intent vehicles
Perform mechanical assembly associated with electrical and avionics installations
Install and route harnesses, sensors, controllers, computers, and other electrical hardware
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, and engineering documentation
Troubleshoot electrical and system-level issues using appropriate test equipment
Support vehicle-level integration, assembly, checkout, and test activities
Work closely with electrical, mechanical, software, and test engineers to diagnose and resolve integration issues
Help identify practical improvements to harness routing, installation methods, assembly processes, and test setups
Maintain accurate build, configuration, and modification documentation
Participate in the development and improvement of assembly and test procedures
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace while producing high-quality work