Wire Harness Technician

Title: Wire Harness Technician
Location: Onsite, Orange County, CA
Pay: $45.00-$58.00/hour, depends on experience level
Type: Contract
About the Team:
Lorien has an exciting opportunity to join our Defense Technology client's team working on next-generation autonomous flight systems. In this role, you'll work closely with program leadership and partner across multiple departments, tackling difficult technical problems as part of a team focused on reshaping the industry. You'll take ownership of integrating subsystems, supporting test execution, and ensuring systems perform to spec.
Responsibilities:

• Build and modify cable and wire harness assemblies for both prototype and production use
• Diagnose and repair issues in electrical systems, electronic components, and integrated circuits down to the component level
• Run full test plans using benchtop equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, signal generators) to confirm PCB and system-level performance
• Handle detailed PCB rework and assembly work
• Flag process gaps, recurring issues, and layout or documentation improvements back to engineering
• Support upkeep and upgrades of the HITL setup and engineering vehicle fleet
• Keep test equipment calibrated and properly maintained
• Maintain a clean, safety-first work environment

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years electronics technician work in an R&D setting
• Comfortable reading schematics for electrical systems and components
• Understanding of the product development lifecycle, including reliability and compliance testing
• Hands-on experience with test equipment such as power supplies, electronic loads, oscilloscopes, function generators, and data acquisition/measurement tools
• Sharp root-cause analysis instincts
• Strong communication skills across written, verbal, and interpersonal contexts
• Able to shift between competing priorities in a fast-moving environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronics, Computer, Mechanical Technologies, or a related field
• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-610, IPC-620, J-STD) and related inspection/assembly practices
• Background in high-voltage/high-power, such as propulsion inverters or battery systems
• Experience with equipment calibration and metrology
• Understanding of electrical compliance (e.g., EMI/EMC)

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