Manufacturing Technician

Company Background

Specter is creating a software-defined “control plane” for the physical world. We are starting with protecting American businesses by granting them ubiquitous perception over their physical assets.

To do so, we are creating a connected hardware-software ecosystem on top of multi-modal wireless mesh sensing technology. This allows us to drive down the cost and time of deploying sensors by 10x. Our platform will ultimately become the perception engine for a company’s physical footprint, enabling real-time perimeter visibility and autonomous operations management.

Our co-founders Xerxes and Philip are passionate about empowering our partners in the fast-approaching world of physical AI and robotics. We are a small, fast-growing team who hail from Anduril, Tesla, Uber, and the U.S. Special Forces.

Role + Responsibilities

Specter is hiring a Manufacturing Technician to help assemble, test, and prepare our sensor and compute hardware for deployment in the field. You’ll work hands-on with circuit boards, power systems, and enclosures - supporting both rapid prototyping and pilot production.

This role is critical to ensure our hardware is built correctly, repeatably, and ready for scaling into the field.

Potential Responsibilities Include:

• Assemble and test computer, electronic, and sensor hardware, including circuit boards, cables, and enclosures

• Follow and help improve build instructions, wiring diagrams, and test checklists

• Perform basic soldering, crimping, and connector assembly

• Use diagnostic tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, power supply) to verify system function

• Identify and resolve assembly or component issues in collaboration with engineers

• Track parts, builds, and materials using internal inventory systems

• Support prototype and pilot builds alongside mechanical and electrical engineers

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace

• Occasionally assist with deployment prep and on-site assembly or troubleshooting

• Receive and label incoming parts and inventory

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in electronics, computer hardware, or electro-mechanical assembly

• Comfortable with tools like screwdrivers, torque drivers, soldering irons, crimpers, and test meters

• Familiar with reading wiring diagrams or basic electrical schematics

• Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a focus on build quality and repeatability

• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-iteration environment

• Bonus: experience with PCBA rework, cable harnesses, or ruggedized hardware assemblies