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Electronics Technician SME

Saalex
Ridgecrest, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Saalex is seeking an Electronic Technician, SME in China Lake, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Founded in 1999 by Travis Mack, Saalex is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Operated business with prime and subcontract expertise serving the Navy, Army, Air Force, NASA, corporate clients, and local governments. We employ a workforce of over 900 at military and NASA installations nationwide and have offices in Washington DC, Lexington Park, MD, Camarillo CA, Rockledge FL, Newport RI, Ridgecrest CA, Corona CA and Keyport WA. Saalex offers competitive compensation, career development, flexible work schedules and excellent benefits.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33-$40/hr (depending on experience)

Work Location: Onsite.

Essential Functions:

  • Design, fabricate, and assemble customer cabling for integration and flight test events. Candidate will ensure all cabling meets the required specifications and quality standards (IPC 620).
  • Populate circuit boards with electrical components using hand soldering techniques, adhering to IPC-J-STD-001 standards for soldering and assembly quality.
  • Perform thorough visual inspections on electronic hardware to ensure compliance with quality standards (IPC-J-STD-001) and identify/report any defects or issues in the hardware.
  • Conduct continuity checks on electronic hardware to verify proper electrical connections, and document results and report any discrepancies.
  • Provide assistance to higher-level personnel in performing technical research assignments.
  • Support the maintenance of equipment and respond to miscellaneous requests.
  • Perform non-routine tasks as assigned, with clear direction provided regarding the approach. Seek guidance from higher-level personnel for unusual situations encountered during the execution of tasks.
  • Perform the roles associated with control room monitoring during live fire tests.
  • Perform QA and take notes at launch site and take detailed notes during test events.
  • Perform test site setup; may require travel for test events and integration efforts.
  • Perform inventory management and tracking.
  • Transport hardware and equipment to test sites and stage test support equipment.
  • Maintain open communication with senior leadership and promptly report any issues or concerns.
  • Document all work performed and provide regular updates to the designed POC.

Required:

  • Any of the following certifications:
    • IPC 610/620 certification.
    • IPC 7711/7721 certification.
    • IPC-J-STD-001 certification.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication is required.
  • The ability to work independently as well as within a team is required.
  • Over 10 years of experience of related technical work.

Education:

Bachelors of Science Degree.

Security Clearance:

Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Stock Option Plan

Salary : $33 - $40

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