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Engineering Technician

Palo Alto, CA

12.0 Months

Contract $25/hour - $30/hour

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Posted: Aug 11, 2026

Ref: GDCAET11

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Position Overview

Key Responsibilities
Assemble, integrate, and test high-power microwave and linear accelerator hardware, including RF structures, waveguides, and pulsed power systems
Perform precision mechanical assembly, alignment, and installation of accelerator and RF components
Support high-voltage and pulsed power testing following established safety procedures
Set up and operate test stands, data acquisition systems, and basic instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters)
Document assembly procedures, test results, and as-built configurations
Troubleshoot hardware issues and support root-cause analysis of component or system failures
Follow lab safety, radiation, and electrical safety protocols; contribute to continuous improvement of procedures

Required Qualifications
Associate degree or technical training in engineering technology, electronics, physics, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Experience with mechanical assembly, electronics, or laboratory test equipment
Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, and written procedures
Comfortable working with hands-on hardware in a lab or industrial environment
Must be able to qualify for required safety authorizations, including radiation and high-voltage work, and comply with all applicable training and safety procedures.
Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with RF, microwave, accelerator, or high-voltage systems
Experience in an R&D, accelerator, aerospace, or defense laboratory environment
Experience working collaboratively with engineers and scientists
Experience with LabVIEW for test stand operation, data acquisition, or basic automation and control
Ability to read and interpret PCB schematics and circuit diagrams
Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting electronic circuit issues at the board or system level

Notes:

6:30am to 3:00pm

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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VIVA provides employees access to a comprehensive group health insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Term Life, and Accidental Death) through our flexible PPO plan-allowing you the freedom to choose healthcare providers.

401(k) Retirement Planning

Plan securely for your future with automatic payroll deductions into a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement plan, including employer-matching contributions for eligible employees.

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Earn performance-based bonuses and generous referral incentives of up to $500 when recommending talented candidates who become part of the VIVA family.

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