Company Overview:

Second Order Effects (SOE) is an engineering consultancy that turns uncertainty into fully functional hardware and software. We work on projects at various stages of development and scope; we perform analysis, build prototypes, and take products to market. Our clients come to us with napkin sketches, fully fleshed ideas, and patent portfolios to productize. Our cross-disciplinary team solves critical problems across numerous industries, including automotive, aviation, consumer electronics, industrial automation, medical, green energy, and space. Our designs control rocket engines, manage satellite communications, generate safety-overrides for self-driving cars, and are enjoyed by consumers around the world. Founded in 2016, Second Order Effects has 90 employees (and counting!) in offices in El Segundo, California and Redmond, Washington.

Team Overview:

SOE's Technical Operations team provides critical hands-on support to our clients and engineering core. We employ a diverse skill set to accomplish a variety of tasks, including soldering, PCBA rework, harnessing, prototyping and assembly, machining, troubleshooting and even some lightweight coding/programming, and CAD/CAE. We are constantly learning, developing ways to improve our processes and skills, and creating a better workplace for everyone at SOE.

Job Overview:

As an Engineering Technician, Senior, you will work on a variety of projects, including prototyping, production, modifying designs, and testing. The solution and execution of SOE projects often needs to be learned, invented, and executed on the spot, so you must have tenacious analytical problem-solving skills and a passion for taking ownership of tasks, carrying them through project completion. 

What You Will Do:

• Assemble, solder, inspect, program, and test electronic components (e.g., PCBAs, test racks, and custom hardware), wiring harnesses, and other assemblies
• Assist in the design, build, analysis, and testing of electronic and electro-mechanical systems and related subsystems
• Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design and prototype solutions to technical problems; assist engineers with assembling, testing and modifying hardware
• Troubleshoot faulty equipment and repair to full functionality
• Create and document procedures for testing, assembly, and related processes
• Provide feedback on test plans and technical drawings
• Review tasks for quality and conformance to standards
• Demonstrate safe work practices and follow safety procedures
• Maintain a constant improvement and waste reduction mindset
• Mentor other employees in both technical and general areas

What You Will Need:

• High school diploma with:
  • some application of technical skills outside of the classroom (examples: laboratory, research, extracurricular project teams, volunteering, personal projects, or internships) 
  • Associates Degree or Trade School certification
  • OR 2 years of experience in a professional or Military technical role (please submit Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) document if this applies to you)
• Expertise with electronic test equipment; familiarity with environmental test systems
• Expertise in soldering electronic components and wires; Clear knowledge of materials and process
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Ability to interface with diverse engineering teams and understand/interpret engineering terminology
• Ability to use computer programs (e.g., Office suite, Messaging/chat, File explorers/repositories, Web browsers, Wikis, etc.)
• Desire to learn

What Would Be Useful:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field with experience applying skills outside of the classroom
  • (e.g., laboratory, research, extracurricular project teams, volunteering, personal projects or internship)
• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, ICs, electronic equipment, and computer hardware/software, including applications and basic programming of these
• Expertise soldering surface mount (SMT) devices and understanding of components
• Experience with 1 or more programming languages for testing or test automation (e.g., Python, R, etc.)
• Experience in team-based design and build projects (e.g., Formula SAE, FIRST Robotics, Solar Car, CubeSat, Rover Challenge, etc.)
• Experience with automated test systems or qualification testing for aerospace or automotive products
• Experience with CAD/CAM software, and/or 3D-printing
• Experience mentoring others and interfacing with technical customers
• Proficiency in creating technical instructions and documentation for engineering systems
• IPC CID, CID certification

Additional Requirements:

• Applicant must be willing to work 40 hours a week on-site in El Segundo, California, USA
• Applicant must be eligible to work on ITAR projects
• Job Type: Full-time (Salary)

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation equity incentive plan
• 100% employer-paid health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for employees 50% dependent coverage
• Flexible paid time off policy 11 paid holidays 12 paid sick days
• 401(k) retirement account and employer matching (Safe Harbor 4%)
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Paid parental leave
• Relocation assistance available if 50 miles away from the office
• Electric Vehicle (EV) charging ports
• Daily catered lunches, snacks, and accessible kitchen
• & more!

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply!

Second Order Effects is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SOE is governed on the basis of excellence and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.