Southwest Research Institute
SR. TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Mechanical & Electrical Assembly
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
San Antonio, TX, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
8 September 2026
What they need
Who We Are Join an independent R&D company as a skilled technician to assemble, maintain, and repair experimental equipment to aide in solving national security problems. Join our team and receive an additional $500.00 in your first paycheck (minus applicable taxes).
Role Objectives of this Role:
- Maintain and test advanced electrical/mechanical systems, lab spaces, and support innovative projects that address national security and aerospace challenges.
- Work on a variety of projects and/or current challenges to support the lifecycle of custom System designs.
- Perform mechanical and electrical assembly tasks for experimental systems, ensuring operational excellence.
- Assist engineers with testing newly developed systems.
- Work independently and in team environments.
- Assist with lab maintenance, field deployable systems and lab inventory.
- Work with systems ranging from specialized lab-based instrumentation to airborne UAS platforms (drones).
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:
- Assemble, troubleshoot, and maintain avionics and custom R&D systems, including field testing in diverse outdoor environments.
- Mechanical and electrical assembly of custom equipment.
- Travel and field testing support to conduct operational inspections and repairs, ensuring systems function at optimal levels.
- Operate testing equipment for diagnostics and performance validation.
- Assist staff with general lab cleanliness.
- Complete assigned tasks and work on multiple tasks in parallel, including lab and group resource maintenance and management.
- Train in and use computer programs to manage inventory of parts and materials.
Requirements:
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Relevant Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical certifications and/or Associate degree is preferred.
- Current Part 107 Drone Pilot License desirable or ability/willingness to obtain.
- 2+ years: Mechanical and electronics assembly technician experience in avionics maintenance, systems testing, or similar technical roles.
- 1 years: Basic electrical wiring with crimping and soldering knowledge.
- Ability to travel and support field work in both cold and hot weather, dusty environments, and rain to support outdoor field testing.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Requirements Special Requirements: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.
Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas For more information about this division, visit the Applied Power home page.
For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here .
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