Manufacturing Technician Job at Chariot Defense in San Bruno

Overview Chariot Defense is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Technician to join our manufacturing team, reporting to the Head of Manufacturing. In this role, you assemble, troubleshoot, and/or repair sub-assemblies and finished products designed for harsh environments. You will perform wire harness assembly, mechanical assembly, quality control, and end-of-line testing. You must interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions, and execute functionality testing to ensure a high-quality product. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to build advanced power systems. Key Responsibilities Assembly & Testing: Assemble components, perform basic fabrication and fitment tasks using hand tools, measure electrical parameters with appropriate tooling, and test finished products for quality and defects. Documentation & Inventory: Maintain 100% production traceability within our MES and manage inventory. Escalate concerns with documentation or inventory gaps as they arise. Safety & Compliance: Adhere to and enforce all safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment. Collaboration & Improvement: Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve process efficiency and product manufacturability. What We’re Looking For Conscientious and disciplined with pride and focus on quality. Dynamic and resilient in a fast-paced setting, able to handle shifting priorities. Ability to independently assess work instructions and manufacturing information for completeness and provide constructive feedback. Commitment to safety standards for self and team. Collaborative mindset to help peers succeed and share knowledge. Qualifications Required At least 2 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment assembling complex electro-mechanical hardware. Experience in one or more of the following: electro-mechanical assemblies, PCBA hand solder/repair, wiring/harness assembly, testing electronic sub-assemblies, and strong verbal/written communication skills. Ability to work with pace and quality while following written work instructions, drawings, and documentation. Willingness to work onsite in San Bruno, CA, five days per week, with extended and weekend hours as needed. Preferred Formal certification in electronics or engineering (industry apprenticeship, AA, or Bachelor’s degree). Experience with high-voltage energy storage and power distribution. Experience in high-reliability embedded power electronics. Familiarity with industry and government quality and compliance standards. Role Requirements Onsite role based in Chariot Defense’s San Bruno, CA office. Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Ability to perform repetitive tasks with high precision. Able to stand for a standard work shift in a shop setting. Willingness to follow safety protocols and wear required PPE. Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Salary range is estimated at $60,000 - $90,000 annually. Compensation may include early-stage equity and company-sponsored benefits. Individual compensation is based on location, role scope, experience, and problem-solving ability. All employees must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. within the first 3 days of employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr