Aurelius Systems · 1 day ago
Hardware Technician - Electrical and Mechanical
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAurelius Systems is a directed energy company developing edge-deployed laser systems for counter-unmanned aerial systems (cUAS). They are seeking a Hardware Technician to rapidly build, modify, test, and iterate on physical hardware designs created by their R&D team, ensuring prototypes and experiments are continuously progressing.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)MilitarySecurity
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assemble, wire, and integrate electromechanical systems and prototypes, building against design cycles for mostly bespoke designs
Build and rework:
Mechanical assemblies
Wiring harnesses and cable assemblies
Test rigs and fixtures
Support rapid iteration cycles by:
Modifying designs when problems arrive
Proposing manufacturing and assembly methods
Implementing engineering change requests
Troubleshooting physical issues
Operate and maintain lab equipment, tools, and prototyping infrastructure
Assist engineers during bring-up, debugging, and testing
Document builds, revisions, and lessons learned
Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment
Qualification
Required
2+ years of hands-on hardware technician, lab technician, or similar experience
Strong practical skills with: Hand tools, power tools, torque tools
Crimping, soldering, cable routing
Mechanical assembly and alignment
Ability to read and work from: Mechanical drawings
Schematics and wiring diagrams
Assembly instructions
High mechanical intuition and attention to detail
Comfort working in a fast-moving R&D environment where designs change frequently
Preferred
Experience with precision assemblies, optics, robotics, or aerospace hardware
CNC, 3D printing, and machining experience
Familiarity with embedded systems or electronics debugging
Experience with significant “builder” hobbies - Electronics tinkering, smart home, automotive garage work, etc
Company
Aurelius Systems
Aurelius Systems is a defense and space manufacturing firm developing autonomous laser systems for counter drone defense.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$10M2025-09-03Seed· $10M
Leadership Team
Michael LaFramboise
CEO / Co-Founder
Recent News
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