Careers

Why Rantec? Our Vision, Our People, Our Values.

Located on the beautiful Central Coast of California, and now also in Layton, Utah, Rantec Power Systems Inc. is a custom designer and manufacturer of power supplies for the military and aerospace markets. We are an engineered solutions company, with expertise in all aspects of power supply design, manufacturing, and test. Our core strengths are providing innovative and reliable solutions for demanding applications. Our customers include upper-tier defense contractors who value commitment and performance. Rantec is regularly recognized for exceptional performance in the areas that matter most to our customers: On-time-delivery, quality products, responsive personnel, and a cooperative environment. Our Vision is to establish ourselves as a premier power conversion solutions provider for the defense industry yielding superior shareholder value.

Performing all the activities from design to final product delivery at a single location requires us to have a workforce with a wide-ranging set of skills and experience. Our success is determined by the quality and commitment of Our People. Each Rantec employee brings a unique perspective to the organization that helps us achieve our goals. At our core, Rantec is a values-driven culture that strives to make a positive impact in our employee’s lives both inside and outside of work through Our Values:

Our Values:

With a presence in San Luis Obispo County for nearly 50 years, Rantec has long made an impact in the area we call home. Rantec organizes various opportunities throughout the year for employees to give back and make a difference in their surrounding communities. Rantec regularly connects with schools and universities in the area and is constantly represented at local outreach events for Veterans.

As a valued member of the Rantec team you’ll be offered competitive wages and great benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, Holidays, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, 401K with matching contributions up to 6%, Profit Sharing, Flexible Spending Accounts, Free Snacks and Drinks in our cafeteria, Vanpool availability, Peer-to-Peer recognition, and Years-of-Service Awards. In California, we are on the 9/80 alternative work week schedule providing every other Friday off (3-day weekends every other week), with a free catered lunch on payday.

Come join the Rantec team and see why Our VisionOur People, and Our Values set us apart from our competitors.

Current Openings - Los Osos, CA

Assembler (Seasonal Part-Time) - CA

Position Summary

Under general supervision, perform a several manufacturing/assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers basic electronic assembly tasks, processes, equipment operation, adhesive dispense, and hand tools. The Assembler will be tasked to work on products that support production goals in a fast-paced work environment. The Assembler level must be able to perform the duties as described below.

Position Summary

Under general to minimal supervision, perform a variety of power supply assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers a large breadth and depth of electronic assembly tasks, processes, soldering, machine operation, material uses, operating equipment, and hand tools. Employees in this role must be able to learn and grow within the manufacturing team. The Electronic Assembler will be tasked to work on products that support production goals on a variety of products and processes. Depending on the employee’s ability, more complex processes and machines duties may be assigned. The Electronic Assembler level must be able to perform the duties as described below.

Position Summary

The Production Test Team at Rantec is tasked with keeping product flowing from Manufacturing to the customer while catching items that do not meet customer specifications or Rantec standards for quality. The Test Technician is hands-on with final product and sub-assemblies, paying careful attention to detail will be the last line of defense between design or production problems and the customer. The Production Test Technician will use a wide variety of tools, instruments, and automated test systems. The position works closely with Senior Test Technicians and electrical engineers.

Position Summary

Responsible for overall IT computer, server, network, power, IP phone, surveillance, and Office 365 daily trouble tickets.

Position Summary

Takes a lead role in developing internal design guidelines for printed wiring board (PWB) designs.  Performs a full range of design tasks to produce PWBs for Rantec’s power supply products.  Applies a thorough material science knowledge of the interactions and characteristics of materials used in PWB manufacturing and the impact of material choices on design decisions.  Interface with PWB manufacturers to ensure Rantec’s designs are compatible with the manufacturing processes of the PWB.  Produce the schematic, design the component layout of the circuit board, and create documentation to support manufacturing.

Position Summary

This includes supervision of production flow, delegating tasks to fellow assemblers, labor tracking, time force entries, and load balance of production tasks within the cell. The Supervisor supports the learning and training of their Assembler.  He/she focuses on developing the breadth and depth of manufacturing skills within their cell.  The Supervisor will advise operators within the cell to support On-Time-Delivery, waste elimination, and improvement of product quality.  This role will directly report to the Production Manager. 

Position Summary

Provide quality assurance engineering support to product realization processes (requirements review/planning, design development, procurement, and production). Perform quality engineering functional role in material review disposition, communicate and ensure compliance to customer requirements from design to delivery.  When called upon, represent Rantec in customer facing roles related to quality assurance and provide leadership on quality related issues.

Position Summary

Develops, creates, and modifies embedded software or specialized utility programs. Modifies existing embedded software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve its performance.

Position Summary

Provide hands-on leadership to the Test Engineering group within the Test Engineering Department.  Design and develop test procedures and equipment to support environmental and electronic testing of power supplies and power conversion products.  Ensure all needed Test systems are available and maintained in a functional state.  Ensure sufficient trained staff within Test Engineering to meet demand for new and existing products.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vice President of Business Development to join Rantec’s leadership team who will lead the Business Development and Account Management teams. The VP of Business Development will be responsible for new business development, forecasting, strategic planning, marketing, and customer satisfaction to support near and long-term growth.

Current Openings - Layton, UT

Electronic Assembler - UT

Position Summary

Under general to minimal supervision, perform a variety of power supply assembly tasks in accordance with workmanship standards. This role covers a large breadth and depth of electronic assembly tasks, processes, soldering, machine operation, material uses, operating equipment, and hand tools. Employees in this role must be able to learn and grow within the manufacturing team. The Electronic Assembler will be tasked to work on products that support production goals on a variety of products and processes. Depending on the employee’s ability, more complex processes and machines duties may be assigned.