Valar Atomics
Mechanisms Technician
Torrance, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Oct 9, 2026
- Education
- Associate degree or certificate in mechanical technology, or equivalent military or trade training.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).
About the job
Build and inspect safety-critical mechanical systems for a nuclear reactor, working with engineers to develop assembly methods, documentation, and design improvements.
What you'll do
- Assemble, inspect, document, and troubleshoot mechanical systems using drawings, CAD models, and parts lists.
- Work with engineers to define assembly sequences, tooling, and methods for first-of-a-kind hardware.
- Develop assembly procedures and manuals and recommend practical design changes.
What they ask for
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T.
- Use precision measuring tools, including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and torque tools.
- Know fits, tolerances, fasteners, bearings, seals, and shaft alignment.
- Write accurate documentation and safely perform physical shop work, including lifting and using rigging equipment.
Nice to have
- Experience in high-reliability industries or with quality programs, ASME codes, prototypes, or first-article assemblies.
- Mechanical technology degree or certificate, or equivalent military or trade training; relevant certifications or experience with procedures, testing, or alignment.
Pay
$40 — $50 USD (base salary)
Tools
CAD, GD&T, NQA-1, AS9100, ISO 9001, ASME, Section III, Section VIII
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