PCB Technician

Radiant is an El Segundo CA-based startup building the worlds first mass-produced portable nuclear microreactors. The companys first reactor Kaleidos is a 1-megawatt failsafe microreactor that can be transported anywhere power is needed and run for up to five years without the need to refuel. Portable nuclear power with rapid deploy capability can replace similar-sized diesel generators and provide critical asset support for hospitals data centers remote sites and military bases. Radiants unique practical approach to nuclear development utilizes modern software engineering to rapidly achieve safe factory-built microreactors that leverage existing well-qualified materials. Founded in 2020 Radiant is on track to test its first reactor next year at the Idaho National Laboratory with initial customer deliveries beginning in 2028.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Read engineering drawings electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Assemble wire and integrate hardware including PCBs harnesses electrical panels and enclosures.
• Complete work according to procedures and specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and document processes.
• Expert using manufacturing tools including but not limited to soldering irons cutters strippers crimpers and torque wrenches.
• Familiarity with electromechanical testing including continuity hi-pot and pull test.
• Abide by a high level of operational standards regarding safety reliability and cleanliness.
• Understand the basics of electrical hardware and how to interact with it safely.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience with military/aerospace grade electronics.
• Experience with high-power electronics and batteries.
• Knowledge of production equipment and tooling to build out a functional electromechanical manufacturing floor.
• Ability to flex to projects in support of near-term company goals.
• Experience with NASA-STD-8739.4 IPC-A-610 IPC-A-620.
• Experience with UL-508A NFPA-70 (NEC).

Preferred Requirements:

• Standing bending and working with small components for extended periods.
• Good vision and fine motor skills for precision electrical assembly work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Excellent teamwork communication and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and able to work well on a team with minimal oversight.
• Able to stay organized and strong attention to detail.
• Able to work in outdoor environments as needed.
• Ability to work at elevated heights occasionally (scissor lifts ladders etc.)
• Ability to travel on occasion for offsite support.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to accomplish our mission.
• Must work 100% onsite at El Segundo HQ.

Total Compensation and Benefits
Radiant compensates people for impact and invests in those who continue to raise the bar. Radiants new hire compensation package includes base salary substantial equity grants and comprehensive health benefits. Total compensation and level are determined through a rigorous evaluation of interview performance experience education and qualifications and are designed to support continued growth as scope responsibility and impact expand at Radiant.

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Benefits and Perks for Eligible Employees:

• Stock: Substantial incentive stock plan for all full-time employees.
• Medical: 100% premium coverage for base Silver level plan for employee 50% premium coverage for dependents. Platinum plans available.
• One Medical: Sponsored memberships for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Vision: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan 50% for dependents.
• Dental: 100% premium coverage for top tier plan (including orthodontia) 50% for dependents.
• Voluntary life accident hospital critical illness commuter and FSA/HSA are offered as employee contributed benefits.
• 8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees.
• Daily catered lunch. Free snacks and drinks.
• Flexible PTO policy. Remote workday allocation.
• Company and team-bonding events happy hours and in-person camaraderie.
• Beautiful El Segundo headquarters close to the Pacific Ocean.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicants capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.