Harnessing Technician
4 days ago
Who we are
Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.
About this rolePicogrid is seeking a Harnessing Technician to help build the next generation of American defense technology. As a core member of Picogrid's hardware engineering team, you will help define our engineering culture and product roadmap.
As a Harnessing Technician, you will work on the PCBAs and electrical systems powering Picogrid's current (e.g. Lander, Helios) and future (unannounced) hardware platforms, enabling the deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems into operations around the world.
You will own the wire harness manufacturing process from blank-sheet design to in-field troubleshooting and work alongside Picogrid's world-class engineering team coming from companies including SpaceX, Google, Twitter, and more.
ResponsibilitiesAssume ownership over the harness manufacturing process, working with the rest of the engineering team in assembling, maintaining, and operating mechanical and electrical systems
Obsess about quality, look for improvements that speed up and simplify processes
Perform a variety of mechanical and wiring tasks, including repetitive and non-repetitive fabrication, final end product assembly, and field maintenance
Develop manufacturing jigs to increase speed and yield of harness manufacturing
Follow electrical schematics and harness drawings, and complete wiring tasks including crimping, building harnesses, wiring switchgear, soldering SMT and through-hole components
Troubleshoot and rework circuit designs in development
Prepare and execute electrical and environmental test plans for PCBAs and end products
Manage part inventory for harness and PCBA assembly processes
Organize and maintain tooling and equipment involved in harness manufacturing
Respect workplace safety guidelines and take LV DC safety seriously
Travel 15-25% of your time across interesting and unique parts of the country to perform equipment installations and servicing
2+ years of experience with electrical/mechanical assembly
Associate degree
Military, aerospace, or IC background
Track record of leadership demonstrated through management, public service, community organizing, or similar experience
Base salary range: $70,000 - $120,000 per year. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation package at Picogrid.
Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company
401(k) with employer matching
Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)
Relocation assistance provided
Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave for both parents
Lunch provided when working in-office and fully stocked kitchenette
Remote/hybrid-friendly work environment
Unique office in downtown El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer
You apply
Intro conversation
Interview with our engineering team about your work experience
On-site technical interview: Short project working alongside Picogrid engineers
We make you an offer
Export Control Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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