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LACO Technologies

Custom vacuum chambers and leak systems

Mechanical Assembly Technician 3 - Custom Equipment & Machine Building

Full-Time
$30/hr
Senior
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsProduct Assembly

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Candidates must be able to independently build and troubleshoot complex mechanical equipment.
  • Candidates must be able to read and interpret mechanical drawings, bills of material, and assembly documentation.
  • Candidates must have mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Candidates must be proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
  • Candidates must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Candidates must have basic computer skills.
  • Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • The typical experience requirement is 5+ years in machine building, industrial equipment assembly, fabrication, maintenance, automation equipment, custom machinery, or related mechanical work.
Responsibilities
  • Assemble complex mechanical systems from engineering drawings and bills of material.
  • Install and integrate mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum components.
  • Perform mechanical troubleshooting and resolve assembly challenges.
  • Ensure assemblies meet quality, safety, and performance requirements.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Test teams.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assist in training and mentoring less experienced technicians.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience building custom machinery or automated equipment.
  • Pneumatic and vacuum system experience.
  • Experience working from engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
  • Technical school, apprenticeship, military technical training, or vocational education.

About the company

LACO Technologies designs and builds custom vacuum and leak-testing systems and solutions. Its products include vacuum chambers and systems, leak testing systems, LACO-calibrated gas leak standards, and A2LA-accredited leak standard and vacuum gauge calibrations traceable to NIST. These products work by providing controlled vacuum environments for testing and measurement, using calibrated standards to ensure accuracy. The company differentiates itself by being engineer-owned, enabling tailored, application-specific solutions since 1975, and by offering in-house calibration services with traceability. Its goal is to deliver reliable, precise testing equipment and high-quality service that meet customer application needs across industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and transportation manufacturing, serving both the U.S. and international markets.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Salt Lake City, Utah

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • Atlas Copco closed the LACO deal on May 4, 2026, validating product-market fit.
  • LACO is still exhibiting at Space Symposium 2026 and SmallSat 2026, sustaining demand.
  • September 2026 job postings for engineers and assemblers signal continued operational expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Atlas Copco now owns LACO, so integration mistakes in 2026 can disrupt sales.
  • Customer concentration around aerospace exposes LACO to NASA and SpaceX program delays.
  • If Atlas Copco shifts Scientific Vacuum priorities, LACO becomes a brand, not a company.

What makes LACO Technologies unique

  • Since May 4, 2026, LACO sells turnkey vacuum chambers and leak-test systems under Atlas Copco.
  • LACO serves aerospace, R&D, and industrial customers from Salt Lake City manufacturing.
  • Its Frontier thermal vacuum systems and helium tracer-gas detectors target spacecraft and satellite qualification.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

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Company News

Cision
Feb 20th, 2026
Atlas Copco acquires US vacuum and leak testing firm LACO Technologies for undisclosed sum

Atlas Copco Group is acquiring LACO Technologies, a US-based manufacturer of vacuum solutions and leak testing systems. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approval. Founded in 1975 and based in Salt Lake City, Utah, LACO produces vacuum chambers and leak detection equipment for aerospace, research and development, and industrial applications. The company generated approximately $25 million in revenue during 2025 and employs 110 people who will join Atlas Copco. The purchase price was not disclosed. LACO will become part of the Scientific Vacuum division within Atlas Copco's Vacuum Technique Business Area, enhancing the group's leak detection expertise and adding a US-based manufacturer to its portfolio.