Electronics Technician

Hawthorne, CA | Onsite

About this role
AndrenaM is seeking an Electronics Technician passionate about supporting real-time maritime communication technology to advance the central nervous system for maritime autonomy. This is a unique opportunity to join our team in Hawthorne, California, contributing to the assembly, testing, and maintenance of cutting-edge technology for autonomous marine systems.

Our primary challenge is to support the development of a real-time data platform that processes data from thousands of autonomous and semi-autonomous marine systems. As an Electronics Technician, you will play a key role in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting hardware to ensure seamless operation with a variety of sensors, hardware interfaces, and AI-driven analytics, all meeting military-grade standards for reliability and security.

In This Role:

• You will assist in the assembly, testing, and maintenance of hardware for maritime autonomous systems.
• You will tackle technical challenges related to electronics assembly and troubleshooting, from prototype to production.
• You will work as a skilled Electronics Technician specializing in precision PCB soldering, harness assembly, and innovative interconnect design for high-reliability electronic systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble, test, and troubleshoot electronic circuits, PCB assemblies, and embedded systems for autonomous marine applications.
• Support engineers in integrating hardware with our real-time data platform to ensure reliable operation.
• Perform testing and validation of hardware prototypes, documenting results and reporting issues for design improvements.
• Lead Wire Harness assembly for products and test equipment.
• Follow technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions to ensure accurate and high-quality work.

Some Types of Experiences We're Especially Excited to See:

• Proven experience in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting electronic circuits and PCB assemblies.
• Expert in soldering, wiring, and assembling microcontroller-based systems or embedded electronics.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators.
• Proven experience in wire harness assembly and interconnect design.
• Knowledge of industry standards for defense or maritime electronics is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in a startup, manufacturing, or technology-driven environment is desirable.

Why join us?

AndrenaM is an innovative, mission-driven company at the intersection of maritime autonomy and defense. We offer:

• Stock options with significant growth potential.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid holidays.
• Health coverage.
• Access to a unique work environment, blending technology and defense.

About AndrenaM

AndrenaM is building the central nervous system for maritime autonomy by creating a distributed sensing and communication network. To date, we’ve raised capital from leading investors including AlsoCapital, Banter, 201 Ventures, and Wave Function. Our platform integrates sensors, autonomous vehicles, and AI-driven analytics to provide real-time situational awareness and defense capabilities. Our technology supports critical maritime defense operations for the U.S. Navy and NATO, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in maritime autonomy.

Additional information

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Core Desired Qualities:

1. Electronics Fundamentals - Knowledge of power systems, communications, sensors, and basic circuit troubleshooting.
2. Assembly and Testing - Experience with assembling and testing electronic boards, with some familiarity with PCB layouts.
3. System Support - Ability to support engineers in understanding trade-offs in electronics systems, such as power or sensor configurations. Nice to have: Experience supporting complex systems like those in EVs, avionics, or defense applications.

Relevance to RF:

• Acoustic processing shares similarities with RF DSP, offering an exciting opportunity for technicians transitioning from RF-related fields to an adjacent area.

Current Role Reference Examples:

1. Electronics technician working on battery management systems at an EV company with PCB assembly experience.
2. Avionics technician in new space or defense industries.
3. Technician at a defense company like Anduril, supporting electronics assembly and testing.

Components to be worked on at AndrenaM:

In-house:

1. Analog Front End
   • Analog-to-digital converter assembly and testing.
   • Support for STM32-like chips to forward signals to the main processor.
2. Hydrophone (at some point in-house built):
   • Assembly of piezo ceramic elements and pre-amplifiers.
   • Support for underwater condenser microphone-like systems.