• Systems Engineering Technician

    Actalent (Redmond, WA)


    Job Title: Systems Engineering TechnicianJob Description

     

    Join a dynamic team focused on developing high bandwidth systems for free space optical communication between satellites. As a Systems Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in building and testing fiber optical assemblies and supporting the assembly and testing of free space optical assemblies.

    Responsibilities

    + Build mechanical assemblies.

    + Build opto-mechanical assemblies.

    + Support development, prototyping, and failure investigations.

    + Install and dress fiber optic cables.

    + Install and dress electrical cables.

    + Work closely with design engineers on early hardware builds.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with mechanical assembly and precision alignment of mechanical components.

    + Mid to senior level experience in engineering technician or mechanical assembly roles.

    + Comfort working in an ambiguous environment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

    + Experience with prototyping and hardware builds.

    + Knowledge of optics and fiber optics is beneficial but not required.

    + Experience in industries such as aerospace, medical, or automotive is advantageous.

    Work Environment

    This role is based onsite in Redmond, WA. You will be part of a multi-discipline team and will work closely with engineering teams across different locations. This position offers the opportunity to solve novel and challenging problems in a collaborative environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of REDMOND, WA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in REDMOND,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.