FIRST ORDER EFFECTS

Electrical Technician

Infrastructure for the Autonomous Era · First in. First up.

On-site · Austin, TX

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Position Summary

First Order Effects, a defense technology company, seeks an Electrical Technician to support facility buildout, production and test. The role centers on installing and maintaining facility electrical systems, wiring production and test equipment, and troubleshooting electronic hardware. The position offers direct mentorship and a path to a lead role as the team grows.

Responsibilities

• Install, wire and maintain facility electrical systems, including panels, breakers, circuits and equipment connections.

• Troubleshoot and repair electronic hardware and equipment using standard test equipment.

• Wire, set up and maintain production and test equipment.

• Work from schematics, wiring diagrams and drawings.

• Document work, test results and issues clearly.

• Observe electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout.

• Support engineers on prototype builds and testing.

Required Qualifications

• Three or more years of hands-on electrical experience, including panel and breaker installation.

• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).

• Ability to troubleshoot electronics using a multimeter, oscilloscope and power supply.

• Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety around energized equipment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman license or completed electrical apprenticeship.

• Experience with power electronics or electronics projects, professional or personal.

• Experience with three-phase power, motor controls or control panels.

• Background in manufacturing, aerospace or defense.

Compensation

$20 to $40 per hour + equity + benefits.

ITAR requirement

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR/EAR), applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; active clearance not required.

FOE is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FOE is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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