Production/Engineering Technician

Senspex Inc. is seeking to hire a Production/Engineering Technician for our Production and Engineering Departments located in Rio Rancho, NM.

The Production/Engineering Technician plays a key multidisciplinary role in the design, assembly, and testing of electro-optical systems and related components. This position constructs, maintains, and tests electrical systems and components, uses measuring and diagnostic tools to test and modify electronic parts, and ensures systems and components meet established specifications. The person filling this position will perform detailed design, documentation, and testing of electronic and electro-mechanical components, equipment and subsystems.

Join the Senspex team, responsible for the design and precision assembly of technological systems that represent the gold standard in military-grade surveillance and long-range detection. This is your opportunity to work at the forefront of electro-optical systems, building the sophisticated hardware that powers the next generation of sensor systems.

Why work for Senspex?

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefit options which include vision, dental, life insurance/LTD/STD and Senspex paid medical premiums for its employees, plus other available voluntary supplemental insurances
• 401(k) matching
• 5-day work week
• Optional Flex Friday Program schedule (M-Th 9 hours; F 4 hours)
• Profit sharing bonus plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Opportunities for career growth

Please refer to the attached job description for full details/requirements of the position described below.

What you'll get to do as a Production/Engineering Technician at Senspex:

• Build and integrate surveillance equipment, electro-optical surveillance systems, and associated electronic assemblies
• Assemble, solder and terminate cable assemblies
• Install system wiring and perform complete set-up and initial testing
• Perform diagnosis, repair, verification, testing, calibration, and complex troubleshooting processes relating to the repair of surveillance equipment, thermal imaging cameras, and pan and tilt positioning systems
• Design, build, and support production and engineering equipment, wire harnesses, and tools.
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary
• Complete new assemblies and repairs in a timely and professional manner in accordance with recommended procedures
• And more!

The qualifications we require:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical, mechanical or optical) or other related technical field plus four (4) years of directly-related experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Knowledge of circuit board design, chips, processors, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming
• Ability to read and create detailed engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience in any of the following: infrared and electro optical sensors, image processing, sensor fusion, sensor design and analysis, sensor testing and data analysis, and integration on platforms

See full job description for a comprehensive overview of qualifications.

Other requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work within the United States
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background and drug test
• Must possess acceptable forms of identification under the REAL ID Act
• May require obtaining a U.S. DoD security clearance. Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance in order to work on projects/programs.

We encourage recent military or civilian retirees, individuals soon to retire, and other interested parties to submit their applications and resumes.

About Senspex

Senspex is a market leader in advanced imaging technologies. Senspex develops and integrates systems for threat detection, security, surveillance and videography in government and commercial markets. Our products and services support the missions of homeland security and military readiness. Established in 2002 and headquartered in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, we have both national and international customers in government, military, industrial, and commercial markets. Senspex has additional offices at the National Training Center (NTC) at Ft. Irwin, California; Boise, ID; Yakima, WA; and in Orlando, Florida. Senspex invites you to grow, succeed, and thrive as part of our accomplished team.

Apply today and take the step towards a rewarding career at Senspex! Get to know Senspex at senspex.com and apply on our Careers page.