Development Fabrication Technician

Development Fabrication TechnicianLos Angeles, CAAbout The CompanyGeneral Matter is enriching uranium in America. Our goal is to design, build, and operate the world's lowest-cost enrichment services in the United States. Our mission is to restore America's ability to produce nuclear fuelfuel that will power AI, advanced manufacturing, critical industries, and the next generation of nuclear reactors. Ultimately, our work will help power national ambitions and enable a high-energy society. We were incubated by Founders Fund, like Anduril and Palantir before us, and are backed by top-tier investors. Our lean, world-class team of engineers and operators is applying a first-principles approach to solving the problem of nuclear fuel production. We are a mission-driven company with a culture of urgency, accountability, and transparency. Help us build a high-energy society by making the cleanest, safest form of baseload energy the most affordable.About The TeamThe Test Team is responsible for development, qualification, and acceptance testing of all hardware products at General Matter. We create and maintain the infrastructure and standards to support rapid hardware development.About This RoleAs a Development Fabrication Technician, you build the physical test infrastructure the team depends on: test stands, fluid systems, fixtures, ground support equipment, and test articles. This hands-on role provides critical feedback to engineers and ensures quality hardware is built even in a fast-moving development environment. Your primary output is fabrication, but you'll also support test article assembly and, as your skills allow, test execution alongside the engineering team.ResponsibilitiesFabricate and assemble test stands, fixtures, support equipment, and test articles from engineering drawings and concept sketchesWeld (TIG/MIG) per drawings and applicable codes - prep, fit, tack, finish, and inspect weldmentsBend, route, fit, and install tube and fluid-system hardware including fittings, flex lines, and supports - pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenicMachine and modify parts (manual mill/lathe, drilling, and/or CNC) for fixtures, adapters, and toolingPerform precision mechanical assembly - fastener install, torque, alignment, and rigging of test hardwareRead and build from engineering drawings, GD&T, and fluid/electrical schematicsMaintain shop equipment, tooling, and consumables; keep a safe, organized, FOD-controlled work areaFeed design-for-manufacturability and tooling improvements back to engineeringSupport test setup and executionBasic Qualifications4+ years in technician or development support roleDemonstrated proficiency with hand and power tools and at least one core fabrication discipline (welding, machining, fluid-system fabrication, structural and mechanical assembly, electrical build)Ability to read and build from engineering drawings and GD&TPreferred Skills and ExperienceExperience fabricating test stands, support equipment, or pressurized/vacuum fluid systems in an Aerospace/automotive environmentFamiliarity with test instrumentation.Knowledge of Lean/Kaizen principles.Cross-functional assembly experience.Familiarity with cleanliness and quality requirements for flight, nuclear, or other high-reliability hardwareAdditional RequirementsPhysical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.Must be able to work all required shift hours, overtime and/or weekends as needed.Equal Opportunity EmployerGeneral Matter is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with General Matter is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.Compensation and Benefits:Pay range:Technician /Level 1: $27.00 - $34.50/hourTechnician /Level 2: $34.00 - $44.00/hourCompensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.