Build & Test Technician

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About Aalo Atomics

Aalo Atomics is pioneering a new era in clean energy with factory-fabricated microreactors designed to deliver affordable, scalable, and reliable nuclear power. Our mission is to make nuclear energy globally accessible, starting with the Aalo-1, a 10 MWe reactor leveraging cutting-edge safety, modularity, and efficiency. Based in Austin, TX, we’re rapidly growing as we work to deploy the world’s first fleet of advanced microreactors. Join us and help revolutionize energy for a sustainable future.

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About the role

Aalo Atomics is   build ing modular nuclear reactors to power the world's most demanding energy needs—from AI data centers to industrial sites. As a   Build   and   Test   Technician, you will be at the heart of turning designs into hardware. You will work hands-on with our engineering team to assemble, wire, integrate,   and   test   reactor subsystems   and   supporting infrastructure. This is a fast-paced, high-ownership role for someone who thrives in a hardware-rich environment   and   takes pride in   build ing things right the first time. You will move fluidly between the   build   floor   and   the   test   stand, helping bring prototypes to life   and   validating that they perform to spec. If you love working with your hands, solving problems on the fly,   and   being part of a team shipping serious hardware, this role is for you.

How You Will Contribute

- Assemble mechanical, electrical,  and  fluid subsystems from engineering drawings, work instructions,  and  schematics.
- Fabricate  and  route wiring harnesses, terminate connectors,  and  perform soldering  and  crimping to workmanship standards (e.g., IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001).
- Install  and  integrate sensors, instrumentation, actuators,  and  control hardware onto  test  articles  and  reactor subsystems.
- Set up  and  operate  test  stands, including plumbing, electrical hookups, data acquisition,  and  instrumentation calibration.
- Execute  test  procedures, capture data,  and  clearly document results, anomalies,  and  as-built configurations.
- Troubleshoot mechanical  and  electrical faults down to the component level  and  drive issues to resolution alongside engineers.
- Use hand tools, power tools,  and  precision measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, multimeters) safely  and  accurately.
- Maintain a clean, organized,  and  safety-first work area, following all quality  and  safety protocols.
- Provide feedback to design  and  manufacturing engineers to improve assembly processes, tooling,  and  hardware manufacturability.

Qualifications

- Hands-on experience assembling  and   test ing complex electromechanical hardware in a prototype, R&D, aerospace, automotive, energy, or similar hard-tech environment.
- Strong hand tool proficiency—comfortable with wrenches, torque tools, drills, taps,  and  precision measurement instruments.
- Solid electrical fundamentals: ability to read schematics  and  wiring diagrams,  build  harnesses, terminate connectors, solder, crimp,  and  troubleshoot circuits with a multimeter.
- Ability to read  and  interpret mechanical drawings, GD&T,  and  assembly work instructions.
- Experience with  test  setup  and  instrumentation (sensors, thermocouples, pressure transducers, data acquisition systems) is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with fluid systems (pneumatic/hydraulic plumbing, fittings, leak checking) is a plus.
- Detail-oriented documentation habits  and  comfort logging data  and  as-built configurations.
- Self-directed, adaptable,  and  able to prioritize in a rapidly changing environment.

Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate, associate degree, or military technical training preferred.
- 2+ years of relevant hands-on  build   and   test  experience (or equivalent trade/military experience).
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods,  and  perform work that may involve bending, kneeling,  and  working at heights or in confined spaces.
- Willingness to work extended hours, occasional nights,  and  weekends to support critical  build   and   test  milestones.
- Ability to obtain  and  maintain any required site or nuclear facility access clearances.
- Must be able to work safely around high-voltage systems, pressurized systems,  and  other industrial hazards, following all applicable safety standards.
- Comfortable working on-site full-time in Austin, TX.
- Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.  and  may be subject to export control (ITAR/EAR)  and  nuclear regulatory requirements.

What We Offer:

- Paid Time Off
- Corporate Gym Membership

Additional Information:

Aalo Atomics provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, intellectually challenging careers, and competitive compensation. Aalo Atomics is an equal opportunity employer and considers all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Persons in compliance with 10 CFR Part 810 and may not hold non-compliant foreign citizenships.

Direct applicants only. No recruiters or staffing agencies, please.