Lab Technician

Lab Technician Location: Goleta, CA Onsite Duration: 6+ Months Contract Position Overview Client is seeking a hands-on Lab Technician to support its electronics engineering and research team. This role involves assembling, testing, and troubleshooting electronic and mechanical devices, supporting prototype development, and maintaining laboratory equipment and operations. The ideal candidate has practical experience in electronics assembly, PCB soldering, electrical measurements, and hardware testing. Key Responsibilities Assemble and configure electronic and mechanical devices, including PCB soldering, wire bonding, and wiring. Perform functional testing and electrical measurements to validate device performance. Set up and operate electronics testing equipment and networking hardware. Follow engineering-designed test procedures and assist with data collection. Troubleshoot assembly and testing issues and support prototype development. Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, inventory, and overall lab organization. Collaborate with engineering and research teams to support electronics projects. Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience as an Electronics Technician or in a related hands-on technical role. Experience with electronics assembly and soldering techniques. Hands-on experience performing electrical measurements and testing. Ability to troubleshoot electronic devices and follow technical procedures. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree or higher in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field. Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, and power supplies. Familiarity with electrical schematics, circuit theory, and electromagnetics. Experience with multimeters, calipers, and other electrical/mechanical tools. Familiarity with UNIX/Linux command-line interfaces. Ability to analyze test data and troubleshoot hardware issues. Experience with Google Sheets or Keysight equipment interfaces. Important Work Arrangement This position requires 100% onsite availability in Goleta, CA, five days per week (Monday–Friday) during standard business hours. Candidates must be comfortable working in a hands-on electronics laboratory environment.