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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Silvus Technologies was acquired by Motorola Solutions in 2025, and is now part of its ecosystem of safety and security technologies.
With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.
Job Description
Silvus Technologies is dedicated to one mission: connecting those who keep us safe. We do so by delivering the most advanced Mobile Ad-hoc Network (MANET) radios powered by our custom and ever evolving Mobile-Networked MIMO waveform. Together, our radios and waveform provide vital communications for mission critical applications in the harshest environments from underground tunnels to high altitude balloons.
Silvus StreamCaster™ radios are being rapidly adopted by customers all over the world ranging from the U.S. and Allied Nations Departments of Defense, to International, Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement agencies, all the way to the Superbowl, Grammys and industry-leading drone, robot, and other unmanned systems manufacturers.
Would you like to join an incredibly talented group of people, doing very challenging work, with the prime directive of "Keeping Our Heroes Connected"?
Silvus' rapid growth is fueled by a focus on research and innovation and a team of the most passionate, skilled, and creative thinking individuals. If you are looking for a challenging experience, you owe it to yourself to learn how Silvus can be the next chapter of your career.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Silvus is seeking an entry level Electronics Technician-I for the production team of Silvus' StreamCaster line of MIMO radios. This role will work closely with operations management and engineering to ensure high quality and timely delivery as well as provide feedback for continuous improvement of the product.
This is a fully on-site position, Monday through Friday, from 4:00 am to 12:30 pm. The location for this role is Silvus Technologies' HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles.
The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Testing of sensitive electronic assemblies and printed circuit boards (PCBs).
• Final assembly and inspection of finished products.
• System testing and quality control testing in production.
• Statistics logging and reporting with daily feedback to the team.
• Perform other related duties of which the above are representative.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Good manual dexterity and strong hand skills with tools (tweezers, screw/bolt drivers, torque wrenches).
• Competent as a PC user, and computer savvy.
• Collaborative spirit, committed to team success.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork.
• Enjoys hands-on work; is careful and detail oriented.
• NOTE - Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in an electronics manufacturing and testing environment.
• Linux experience is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Indoor air-conditioned facility.
• Occasional exposure to heat and cold.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  
  • Lift up to 25 lbs.
  • Walking/Moving in the labs.

COMPENSATION: $21.63 - $22.66 / hourly
This salary range is NOT guaranteed. It is based on market research and peer data and will vary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
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Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test.

Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
New Grad
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.
We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.