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Engineering Associate at Sitreps 2 Steercos | LAYIQ

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Ability to obtain Secret

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U.S. Person

Confidential Search · Defense Technology

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About the Client

A defense-technology company building mission-ready sensor and edge hardware, where every system that reaches the field starts on an assembly bench.

About the Role

As an Associate Engineer, you'll work hands-on building and testing the hardware that gets deployed for operations - learning how designs translate into working systems, troubleshooting build issues in real time, and developing the fundamentals that senior engineers build their careers on. This is a role for someone who wants to learn by building, not just by reading a datasheet.

Responsibilities

Assemble electrical and/or mechanical subsystems (harnesses, PCBAs, enclosures, fixtures) according to work instructions and engineering drawings
Perform functional testing and troubleshoot assembly-level defects, escalating design-related issues to senior engineers
Support development and refinement of work instructions, test procedures, and assembly fixtures as products evolve
Document build issues, deviations, and non-conformances accurately and consistently
Work directly with senior engineers to understand root cause on recurring build issues, building toward independent judgment over time
Support small-batch builds across multiple product lines as production schedules require

Requirements

Must-Haves
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (new grads welcome)
Hands-on experience with electrical or mechanical assembly - coursework labs, internships, or personal projects count
Comfort reading schematics, drawings, or assembly documentation
Strong attention to detail and willingness to be corrected - this role is built around active mentorship, not solo work
Nice-to-Haves
Internship or co-op experience in a hardware/manufacturing environment
Experience with hand tools, soldering, crimping, or mechanical fixturing
Exposure to defense, aerospace, or other regulated hardware industries

Engineering Associate

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