Who We Are Picogrid is a leading venture-backed defense technology company founded to bridge the decades-long gap between modern technology and the critical demands of national security. Today, we're building the essential infrastructure to unify sensors, autonomy, and operators with our technology deployed in active operations around the world. Our mission is to deliver an operational advantage to secure the United States and its allies.

About This Role Picogrid is seeking a Harnessing Technician to help build the next generation of American defense technology. As a core member of Picogrid’s hardware engineering team, you will help define our engineering culture and product roadmap.

As a Harnessing Technician, you will work on the PCBAs and electrical systems powering Picogrid's current (e.g. Lander, Helios) and future (unannounced) hardware platforms, enabling the deployment of unmanned and autonomous systems into operations around the world.

You will own the wire harness manufacturing process from blank-sheet design to in-field troubleshooting and work alongside Picogrid’s world-class engineering team coming from companies including SpaceX, Google, Twitter, and more.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership over the harness manufacturing process, working with the rest of the engineering team in assembling, maintaining, and operating mechanical and electrical systems

Some types of experiences we're especially excited to see:

• 2+ years of experience with electrical/mechanical assembly
• Associate degree
• Military, aerospace, or IC background
• Track record of leadership demonstrated through management, public service, community organizing, or similar experience

Why join us?

• Base salary range: $70,000 - $120,000 per year. Base salary is just one part of your total compensation package at Picogrid.

Significant stock options with a high potential upside as an early-stage company

401(k) with employer matching

Full health coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance)

Relocation assistance provided

Unlimited PTO (two-week minimum) and 11 paid holidays per year

Paid parental leave for both parents

Lunch provided when working in-office and fully stocked kitchenette

Remote/hybrid-friendly work environment

Unique office in downtown El Segundo, CA stocked with quality coffee, snacks, and craft beer Interview Process

• You apply
• Intro conversation
• Interview with our engineering team about your work experience
• On-site technical interview: Short project working alongside Picogrid engineers
• We make you an offer 🎉

Export Control Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Compensation Range: $70K - $120K