Manufacturing Assembly Technician

PDS Tech Commercial; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace and advanced manufacturing company to hire a Manufacturing Technician Level 1. You will assemble, test, troubleshoot, and improve high-precision products in a quality-focused production environment.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, performing tests, maintaining documentation, and supporting Lean initiatives. Normal hours are 7:00 AM–5:00 PM with occasional overtime, and safety PPE is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–6 years of mechanical and/or electrical assembly, manufacturing, testing, or a related field.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills and the ability to make accurate measurements.
• Experience in production assembly, manufacturing, or test environment.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, schematics, diagrams, and specifications.
• Familiarity with assembly and testing of mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed assembly and testing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation/traceability.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to learn and use Oracle, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work safely with manufacturing tools, ESD-sensitive components, and PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test production products while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams, specifications, parts lists, and test procedures.
• Complete assembly history records and documentation for product traceability.
• Perform testing using test stands, instruments, and other equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and product issues and perform repairs to meet specs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on production equipment and report issues.
• Handle ESD-sensitive components and flight hardware safely.
• Follow FOD prevention practices and maintain a clean work area.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with building new work cells and test setups.
• Help develop and improve assembly history records and test procedures.
• Provide training to other Manufacturing Technicians as needed.
• Participate in Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality programs.

Skills

Assembly and testing

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Documentation/traceability

English communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Power/Out

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

ESD handling procedures

PPE procedures

Job description

Build, Test & Troubleshoot the Future — Manufacturing Technician Level 1

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace and advanced manufacturing company to find a hands-on Manufacturing Technician Level 1 who is ready to put their mechanical and/or electrical assembly skills to work in a high-quality production environment.

This is a Long-term-to-Direct-Hire opportunity for a detail-oriented technician who enjoys working with tools, testing equipment, technical drawings, and precision assemblies. You’ll play an important role in assembling, testing, troubleshooting, and improving products that are built to exacting standards.

What You’ll Do

As a Manufacturing Technician , you’ll be responsible for assembling and testing production products while maintaining strict safety, quality, and production standards.

• Assemble, align, fit, and test mechanical and electrical components using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and specialized equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams, specifications, parts lists, and test procedures.
• Complete assembly history records and documentation accurately to maintain product traceability.
• Perform testing using test stands, instruments, and other manufacturing/test equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and product issues, identify failures, and perform repairs and rework to meet specifications and tolerances.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment and promptly report safety, quality, tooling, equipment, and material issues.
• Work with ESD-sensitive components and flight hardware while following established handling procedures.
• Follow FOD (Foreign Object Debris/Damage) prevention practices and maintain a safe, clean work area.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and help identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and build processes.
• Assist with building and setting up new work cells and test setups.
• Help develop and improve assembly history records, test procedures, equipment, and build sequences.
• Provide training and guidance to other Manufacturing Technicians as needed.
• Participate in required Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality programs and training.
• Work overtime, weekends, or evenings when business needs require.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical assembly, manufacturing, testing, or a related field.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic math skills and the ability to make accurate measurements.
• Experience working in a production assembly, manufacturing, or test environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, schematics, diagrams, and specifications.
• Familiarity with mechanical and/or electrical equipment assembly and testing.
• Ability to learn and follow detailed assembly and testing procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation and traceability.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to learn and use Oracle, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work safely with manufacturing tools, equipment, ESD-sensitive components, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and perform repetitive standing, walking, sitting, and tool-use activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Soldering experience, including J-STD-001 certification (current or expired).
• Knowledge of hydraulics and/or gear and gerotor pumps.
• Experience with Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) equipment, including vibration tables and thermal cycling.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles .
• Experience with troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Every other Friday off
• Normal hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Working Fridays: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Earlier start times may be accommodated depending on department needs; some employees begin before 6:00 AM.
• Overtime, weekends, and evenings may occasionally be required.
• Work may involve hazardous chemicals, loud noise, and varying temperatures.
• PPE and strict safety procedures are required.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities where their expertise can make a real impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced manufacturing team, expand your technical skills, and contribute to products where quality, precision, safety, and reliability matter.

If you’re someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys troubleshooting, and wants to grow your career in advanced manufacturing, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

PDS Tech Commercial is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay Details: $30.00 to $32.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.