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California's veteran population represents 8% of the total U.S. veteran population at 1.8 million veterans. Home to 31 military bases, the state expects to receive 30,000 discharged members of the armed services each year for the next several years.

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Many of the world's most innovative companies across many industries have locations in CA. This makes CA a great state for veterans seeking employment in industries like Semiconductor, Energy Production, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing.

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Assistant Superintendent
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 8114157
Date Posted: 9/14/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Vista, CA
Category: Construction
Salary: $0 - $26

Job Description

You will manage, direct, and accept accountability for all field activities and reporting functions associated with the construction of homes in assigned communities. The position provides leadership in coordinating all activities within the new home construction process to optimize the effectiveness of trade partners, ensure compliance with quality assurance and customer satisfaction standards, and maintain a safe work environment. This role requires a high level of ownership for all outcomes on the site, including home builds, site conditions, and the customer experience. You will be assigned to an experienced Superintendent III as your supervisor/mentor for training. The average construction cycle time for a home is 90 days (from bare land to handing the customer the keys). The training program is structured around these process steps and major milestones. Most trainees finish the program in 4-5 months. 

Responsibilities:
  • Site Ownership & Management: Exhibit a high level of ownership for all outcomes on the Assistant Superintendent's site, including home build execution, site presentation, and overall customer experience.
  • Field Operations: Manage, direct, and accept accountability for all field activities and reporting functions associated with home construction in assigned communities.
  • Trade Partner Leadership: Provide leadership to optimize the effectiveness of trade partners, consistently hold and facilitate daily onsite trade meetings, and verify trade partner scopes of work before operations begin.
  • Schedule Control: Update the construction schedule daily for assigned homes, hold trade partners and suppliers accountable to timelines, ensure homes are next-trade-ready, and maintain projected delivery milestones for the community team.
  • Quality Assurance & Inspections: Walk every room of every house every day. Complete milestone Quality Assurance inspections, verify selected options, document corrective actions, follow up on completion, and deliver a defect-free home to the customer.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Establish and maintain regular, proactive communication with assigned customers, log all conversations, and resolve customer issues in a timely fashion.
  • Safety & Site Standards: Conduct weekly site safety audits, immediately correct non-compliant behaviors, ensure proper OSHA-compliant documentation and MSDS are maintained, and ensure trades clean and sweep all homes and job sites free of debris at the end of each day.
  • Agency & Community Relations: Develop and maintain positive working relationships with local government agencies and inspectors, while keeping all site marketing windows and entrances in a clean, presentable condition.
Power Marketing & Support for Structured Offtake:
  • Work closely with Market Analytics and Origination teams to evaluate market opportunities, customer demand, and revenue considerations that inform development strategy and project prioritization.
  • Support the preparation of project-specific commercial materials and pricing inputs for bilateral opportunities, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and structured offtake processes.
  • Assist in the evaluation, execution, and negotiation support of long-term structured transactions with wholesale, utility, C&I, municipal, cooperative, and retail counterparties.
  • Conduct research on customer energy procurement strategies, decarbonization goals, integrated resource planning, and market needs to help shape Peregrine's commercial approach.
  • Help coordinate internal support teams through the sales and contracting process to enable timely, accurate, and competitive responses.
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with utilities, customers, consultants, and other external stakeholders relevant to project commercialization.





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Maintenance Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1012264
Date Posted: 8/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Galt, CA
Category: Building Materials
Salary: $70,000 - $100,000

Job Description


The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining sophisticated industrial manufacturing equipment, including vacuum coating and custom tempering lines. This position performs preventive maintenance, equipment diagnostics, emergency repairs, component replacement, and projects designed to improve equipment reliability, safety, and production efficiency.

The role requires strong hands-on mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills and the ability to troubleshoot equipment including motors, pumps, drives, controls, electrical systems, pneumatics, conveyors, vacuum systems, automated equipment, and other industrial machinery.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Minimum 4 years of manufacturing maintenance and/or technical school mechanical maintenance experience
  • Strong industrial mechanical and/or electrical maintenance background
  • Experience troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining industrial production equipment
  • Experience with motors, pumps, valves, controls, chain drives, and belt drives
  • Electrical troubleshooting experience with systems ranging from 24V controls through 480V three-phase
  • Experience with pneumatic systems, manifolds, valves, and gauges
  • Experience troubleshooting photo-eye and proximity sensors
  • Working knowledge of electromechanical equipment, including PLC- and VFD-controlled equipment
  • Ability to safely remove, install, align, and troubleshoot gears, motors, bearings, shafts, sensors, and flanges
  • Experience with industrial hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic/test equipment
  • Experience with pumps, motors, drives, calipers, and test meters
  • Working knowledge of LOTO procedures and proper PPE requirements
  • Ability to select appropriate bolts and torque specifications
  • Experience performing equipment lubrication and oil changes
  • Ability to perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, diagnostics, and emergency repairs
  • Ability to document maintenance work, PMs, repairs, and parts requirements
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to utilize a CMMS to document and update preventive maintenance activities
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance and production team
  • Ability to safely maneuver heavy equipment, materials, and parts with or without material-handling equipment
  • Ability to work the 12-hour rotating night schedule and occasional scheduled overtime
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with Cal-OSHA requirements
Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • PLC ladder logic troubleshooting or programming experience
  • VFD troubleshooting experience
  • Industrial electrical maintenance experience
  • Industrial mechanical maintenance experience
  • Vacuum system maintenance experience
  • Roughing and turbo pump experience
  • Compressor maintenance experience
  • Conveyor and roller-table maintenance experience
  • Automated robotic-arm troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with stackers, loaders, glass cutters, fans, and blowers
  • Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Deionized (DI) water-system experience
  • Experience with overhead rail cranes and forklifts
  • Industrial controls and automation experience
  • Experience maintaining highly automated manufacturing or processing lines
  • Facilities maintenance experience
  • Experience performing equipment rebuilds and component replacements
  • Experience identifying equipment improvements that increase reliability, safety, or production efficiency





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Data Center Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 952321
Date Posted: 8/20/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Stockton, CA
Category: Energy
Salary: $32 - $36

Job Description

The Data Center Technician will be responsible for monitoring Critical Facilities Monitoring Systems and responding to alarm events. They will be responsible for providing support and troubleshooting issues with hands-on maintenance and support. They are responsible for conducting site walk-throughs to collect readings from the critical electrical/ mechanical equipment. The Technician role will also be responsible for things associated with physical security, visitor and area access, delivery shipping & receiving, inventory, and facility maintenance.

Excellent opportunity for a highly motivated veteran interested in Critical Site infrastructure!

Nice-To-Have Skills, Experience, & Education:

  • This is a trainable role, with eagerness, a strong work ethic, and a culture fit at the forefront of the position.
  • It is preferred that the candidate has a mechanical background, but any technical experience, such as electrical or electronic, is also acceptable for this position.






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Cyclotron Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2990520
Date Posted: 8/12/2026 1:50:49 PM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Manufacturing, Medical

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Staff Engineer – Mechanical Systems
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 119871
Date Posted: 7/24/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Benicia, CA
Category: Engineering, Manufacturing
Salary: $180,000

Job Description


Staff Engineer – Mechanical Systems

Location: Benicia, CA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role
 
RIX Industries is seeking a highly experienced Staff Engineer to serve as a senior technical authority for the design, development, and long-term performance of complex mechanical components and systems.
 
In this role, you will operate as a principal individual contributor and technical advisor, providing deep subject-matter expertise, mentorship, and engineering leadership across high-impact programs. You will apply advanced mechanical engineering principles to deliver innovative, reliable, and manufacturable solutions supporting mission-critical applications across Marine, Aerospace, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical Infrastructure markets.
 
This position is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives in technically complex environments, influences design direction, and shapes engineering standards while collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams.


What You’ll Do
 
·        Lead the design, analysis, and development of complex mechanical components and systems in alignment with technical requirements, regulatory standards, and business objectives
·        Develop detailed specifications for new products, enhancements, modifications, and prototypes using advanced engineering judgment and analytical tools
·        Select materials, manufacturing processes, and tolerances to ensure product performance, reliability, quality, and manufacturability
·        Create and refine mechanical designs using CAD, modeling, and simulation tools
·        Communicate complex technical concepts, design intent, and specifications clearly to engineers, managers, and non-technical stakeholders
·        Engage directly with customers in technical discussions, including new product blueprinting interviews, translating requirements into executable specifications
·        Plan and oversee prototype builds and validation testing to evaluate performance, safety, reliability, and compliance
·        Analyze test data, field data, and performance results to identify improvement opportunities and drive design refinements
·        Lead root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts for complex failures or performance gaps; develop and implement corrective actions
·        Serve as a technical advisor on high-risk or strategically important projects, influencing engineering decisions and design direction
·        Develop analytical “digital twin” models to accelerate product development cycles
·        Provide technical mentorship, guidance, and informal coaching to engineers and cross-functional teams
·        Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes, and best practices
·        Perform other duties in support of RIX’s engineering mission and long-term objectives


Must-Have Skills and Experience 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • 15+ years of progressive, relevant mechanical engineering experience
  • Demonstrated depth of expertise in a mechanical engineering specialization or industry segment
  • Advanced proficiency with CAD software and engineering analysis tools
  • Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design-for-manufacturability principles
  • Proven experience conducting and interpreting prototype and validation testing
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis capabilities
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively
  • Experience designing and manufacturing centrifugal and/or reciprocating compressors
  • Ability to travel up to 10% as required by business needs
  • U.S. Citizenship or qualification as a U.S. Person per 22 CFR 120.15
  • Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (if required)
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, and reach
    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
    • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at desks, tables, machine tools, or printers
 


Nice-to-Have Skills 
  • Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Experience serving as a technical advisor or technical lead on cross-functional initiatives
  • Background in regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environments
  • Authorship of technical white papers, published articles, or formal technical presentations Patent holder


Who You Are 
  • A recognized technical authority with deep mechanical engineering expertise
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of solving complex, high-impact technical problems
  • A mentor and thought leader who elevates engineering capability across teams
  • Comfortable influencing decisions without formal authority
  • Collaborative, customer-focused, and able to translate requirements into robust technical solutions
  • Motivated by innovation, technical excellence, and long-term product performance


Additional Details
  • Base Salary Range: $160,000 - 180,000
  • Work Style: Onsite (Benicia, CA)
  • Relocation: Available for those that qualify
  • Work Environment: Office-based with interaction around machine tools and testing equipment
  • Benefits:
    • PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
    • Retirement 401(K) with company match
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
    • Group Term Life Insurance
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Referral Bonuses and more





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Energy Systems Field Specialist
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 8234201
Date Posted: 7/17/2026 6:37:49 PM
City, State: Fremont, CA
Category: Construction
Salary: $35 - $45

Job Description

The Energy Systems Field Specialist is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and optimizing computerized Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC control systems. This role focuses on ensuring commercial building systems operate efficiently while reducing energy consumption and improving occupant comfort.
The specialist performs preventive and corrective maintenance, software and hardware upgrades, controls optimization, and system troubleshooting while supporting customer facilities throughout the Bay Area.
This is an excellent opportunity for military veterans with HVAC, electrical, electronics, controls, or building systems experience who want to build a career in the growing Building Automation and Energy Management industry.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building automation systems
  • Troubleshoot and repair DDC (Direct Digital Control) systems
  • Analyze HVAC and building control system performance
  • Optimize building automation systems to improve efficiency and comfort
  • Perform software and hardware upgrades on control systems
  • Troubleshoot electrical and electronic control circuits
  • Review project plans, engineering drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation
  • Maintain accurate service documentation and reports
  • Support customers by identifying and resolving building control issues
  • Ensure work complies with project requirements and existing site conditions

Must-Have Skills & Experience
  • HVAC and/or mechanical systems knowledge
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems
  • Knowledge of basic electrical circuits
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability
  • Computer skills and interest in technology-based systems
  • Valid California Driver's License with clean driving record
  • Ability to work independently in customer-facing environments
  • Strong communication and customer service skills

Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS) experience
  • Direct Digital Controls (DDC) experience
  • HVAC controls experience
  • PLC or controls programming experience
  • Energy management systems experience
  • Computer programming experience
  • Military experience in:
    • HVAC
    • Electronics
    • Electrical systems
    • Power generation
    • Nuclear operations
    • Building systems
    • Instrumentation & Controls

Physical Requirements
  • Moderate to heavy physical activity
  • Standing, walking, bending, and climbing
  • Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Driving throughout assigned territory
  • Working at customer facilities and mechanical rooms





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Customer Support Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 7744022
Date Posted: 7/2/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Fremont, CA
Category: Semiconductor
Salary: $32 - $33

Job Description

  • Install, repair, and maintain America Probing Systems and related peripherals.
  • Perform the installation of electrical, mechanical and communication interfaces between probers, manipulators, testers and network systems.
  • Perform PM on America Probing Systems.
  • Perform basic prober repairs and communicate with the customer regarding status of installs/PM and repairs.
  • Communicate with customers regarding the current and future applications requirements and coordinate this information with the application engineering department.
  • Understand and communicate information relating to customer device trends and test strategies.
  • Complete detailed Field Service Reports (FSRs) and submit to management in a timely manner.
  • Document issues that cannot be resolved immediately at the customer site by using appropriate format (i.e., New Enhancement Requests (NERs), Bug Reports).
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to initiate projects, coordinate resources, document and communicate status and goals, and direct a project to completion.
  • Ability to develop and maintain project tracking tools (Gantt charts, Issue tracking, etc.) for multiple project and customers simultaneously.
  • Learn how customer uses system in device development and manufacturing test to identify future enhancement opportunities.
  • Support Sales and Marketing teams by providing technical expertise, coordinating and performing product demos, and being present at trade shows for customer engagement purposes.
  • Ability to develop clear, concise technical documents for new products, procedures, and discoveries to help guide other engineers and customers.
  • Travel as required to perform these duties and to obtain training.





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Production Supervisor
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1910197
Date Posted: 6/30/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Pomona, CA
Category: Engineering
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000

Job Description

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead second-shift manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing production personnel, driving safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring manufacturing schedules are achieved.
This position is ideal for experienced manufacturing leaders with production, assembly, industrial operations, or military leadership backgrounds who enjoy leading teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead daily production operations while promoting a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Improve safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency across assigned production lines.
  • Execute production schedules by assigning personnel, monitoring workflow, and resolving production constraints.
  • Prepare and communicate shift production reports and operational summaries.
  • Conduct employee training based on production requirements and operational needs.
  • Complete annual employee performance evaluations and support employee development.
  • Maintain productive labor relations while working within the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Serve as the liaison between Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve production issues and improve processes.
  • Support performance measurement and manufacturing process documentation.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
  • Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including Digital Work Instructions, Operator Displays, and Performance/Status Dashboards.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in assembly, manufacturing, or a related production environment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools.
  • Project management experience.
  • Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting production data.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Experience directing, motivating, coaching, and developing employees.
  • Ability to legally work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Bachelor's degree (Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
  • Experience with computer programming or database management.
  • Continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience.
  • Experience working in a union manufacturing environment.





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Maintenance Supervisor
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 9578569
Date Posted: 6/30/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Pomona, CA
Category: Engineering
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000

Job Description

We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the day-to-day maintenance operations within a manufacturing facility. This leadership role is responsible for supervising a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, managing preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
This position is ideal for experienced maintenance leaders with manufacturing, industrial maintenance, facilities, or military leadership backgrounds who enjoy developing teams, improving equipment reliability, and leading maintenance operations in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and supervise the daily activities of a team of 4+ Maintenance Technicians.
  • Ensure production equipment operates safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.
  • Develop and manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Plan maintenance activities and recommend maintenance budgets to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Serve as the primary technical resource for building infrastructure and facility maintenance.
  • Coordinate maintenance activities with production to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Manage relationships with outside contractors, suppliers, and maintenance service providers.
  • Lead maintenance training and development programs for maintenance personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and OSHA regulations.
  • Oversee maintenance documentation, work order systems, CMMS, inventory, and standard operating procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives including TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and preventative maintenance best practices.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience leading maintenance teams within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience supervising industrial maintenance technicians.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing maintenance practices and equipment reliability.
  • Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Working knowledge of maintenance systems, work order processes, inventory management, and CMMS.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
  • Knowledge of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
  • Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.





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Energy Systems Field Specialist
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4382253
Date Posted: 6/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Fremont, CA
Category: Construction
Salary: $35 - $45

Job Description

The Energy Systems Field Specialist is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and optimizing computerized Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC control systems. This role focuses on ensuring commercial building systems operate efficiently while reducing energy consumption and improving occupant comfort.
The specialist performs preventive and corrective maintenance, software and hardware upgrades, controls optimization, and system troubleshooting while supporting customer facilities throughout the Bay Area.
This is an excellent opportunity for military veterans with HVAC, electrical, electronics, controls, or building systems experience who want to build a career in the growing Building Automation and Energy Management industry.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building automation systems
  • Troubleshoot and repair DDC (Direct Digital Control) systems
  • Analyze HVAC and building control system performance
  • Optimize building automation systems to improve efficiency and comfort
  • Perform software and hardware upgrades on control systems
  • Troubleshoot electrical and electronic control circuits
  • Review project plans, engineering drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation
  • Maintain accurate service documentation and reports
  • Support customers by identifying and resolving building control issues
  • Ensure work complies with project requirements and existing site conditions

Must-Have Skills & Experience
  • HVAC and/or mechanical systems knowledge
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems
  • Knowledge of basic electrical circuits
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability
  • Computer skills and interest in technology-based systems
  • Valid California Driver's License with clean driving record
  • Ability to work independently in customer-facing environments
  • Strong communication and customer service skills

Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Building Automation Systems (BAS) experience
  • Direct Digital Controls (DDC) experience
  • HVAC controls experience
  • PLC or controls programming experience
  • Energy management systems experience
  • Computer programming experience
  • Military experience in:
    • HVAC
    • Electronics
    • Electrical systems
    • Power generation
    • Nuclear operations
    • Building systems
    • Instrumentation & Controls

Physical Requirements
  • Moderate to heavy physical activity
  • Standing, walking, bending, and climbing
  • Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Driving throughout assigned territory
  • Working at customer facilities and mechanical rooms





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