Electro-Mechanical Technician

PDS Defense; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 97,424,000 - 106,020,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Free career counseling services

401(k)

Selected paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to support the manufacturing of advanced aerospace subsystems and support equipment in El Segundo, CA.

This role performs complex electro-mechanical assembly, inspection, soldering, and rework to meet strict quality standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with PCB assemblies, aerospace manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and high-reliability electronic systems in a production setting, and is able

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience reading blueprints, manufacturing plans, and work instructions within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Ability to frequently lift 20 pounds or more.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and stoop for extended periods while handling products and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis.
• Assemble electro-mechanical products by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, aircraft systems, equipment, and accessories.
• Utilize precision measurement and assembly tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.
• Conduct visual inspections to verify conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Document non-conformances and perform rework and repair activities as required.

Skills

Aerospace Industry

Blueprints

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational training/Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

ESD

IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

Job description

L - Mechanics

Electro-Mechanical Technician

El Segundo, CA Posted: 7/22/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

219131

Job Category:

L - Mechanics

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

17

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

10

Electro-Mechanical Technician

Location: El Segundo, CA

Job ID: 219131

Pay Rate: $34.00 - $37.00 per hour

Clearance: Ability to Obtain Secret Clearance

Shift:

Must be available to work 1st and 2nd based on business needs (1st: 6:00am - 3:30pm ; 2nd: 2:30pm - 12:30am)

Position Overview

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician to support the manufacturing of advanced aerospace and spaceflight subsystems and support equipment. This position is responsible for performing complex electro-mechanical assembly, inspection, soldering, and rework activities while ensuring products meet stringent quality and reliability requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with PCB assemblies, aerospace manufacturing processes, engineering drawings, and high-reliability electronic systems in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis.

• Assemble electro-mechanical products by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, and standard operating procedures.

• Perform complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, aircraft systems, equipment, and accessories.

• Utilize precision measurement and assembly tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.

• Conduct visual inspections to verify conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.

• Ensure product quality and adherence to manufacturing standards.

• Document non-conformances and perform rework and repair activities as required.

• Solder and rework through-hole and surface mount (SMT) components.

• Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application, and coating processes.

• Follow established quality, safety, and workmanship standards throughout the manufacturing process.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 3+ years of experience reading blueprints, manufacturing plans, and work instructions within an aerospace manufacturing environment.

• Ability to frequently lift 20 pounds or more.

• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and stoop for extended periods while handling products and assemblies.

Required Skills

Aerospace Industry

Blueprints

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electronics, electro-mechanical, and printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.

• 3+ years of experience assembling high-reliability electro-mechanical products.

• 3+ years of experience working with ESD, IPC J-STD-001, and IPC-A-610 standards.

• 3+ years of soldering and rework experience.

• 5+ years of experience building component-level space products such as avionics boxes, batteries, mechanisms, optics, solar arrays, and PCB assemblies.

• 3+ years of experience using hand tools, test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes, and shears.

• 3+ years of experience in a clean room environment.

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly setting.

• Current IPC J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 certification preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer systems.

Education & Experience

Typically requires:

• High School Diploma/GED and 4+ years of related experience; or

• Vocational training or Associate degree with 2+ years of related experience; or

• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience; or

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract.

• direct deposit
• free career counseling services
• 401(k)
• select paid holidays
• short-term disability insurance
• skills training
• employee referral bonus
• affordable medical coverage plan
• DailyPay (in some locations)

For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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