Mechanical Technician

TAD PGS, Inc.; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Select paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Affordable medical coverage plan

DailyPay

Job summary

TAD PGS, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Technician (Level 3/4) in the Redondo Beach area to support hydraulic and structural test activities on flight and development hardware. The role requires hands-on assembly, test setup, and data recording using blueprints and procedures.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of technician experience, DoD Secret clearance eligibility, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work shift hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of technician experience.
• Experience with blueprints, diagrams, or schematics.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and/or structural testing.
• Candidate must be able to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, plumb, and operate hydraulic power units and servo systems.
• Install and maintain hydraulic cylinders and hoses; secure fittings.
• Set up structural test equipment and fixtures; document results.
• Instrument test articles with strain gauges and sensors; troubleshoot.
• Operate test controls, monitor parameters, and record data.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Structural testing

Blueprints/ drawings

Microsoft Office

Manual assembly

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

We have an outstanding Contract position for aMechanical Technicianto join a leading Company located in theRedondo Beach, CAsurrounding area.

Pay Rate: $31 - $62/hour

US Citizenship is required. Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

The Structural Test Department is seeking a Mechanical Technician (Level 3/4) with strong hydraulic and mechanical skill sets to support assembly, operation, and maintenance of hydraulic cylinders/actuators and the execution of structural load and pressure testing on complex flight and development hardware. The preferred candidate will be a self-starter able to work independently or in small teams using blueprints, diagrams, written procedures, and verbal direction to perform test setup and operations. Must be able to demonstrate machine operations as well as mechanical maintenance and repair. The ideal candidate has experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Job Responsibilities:

• Assemble, plumb, and operate hydraulic power units (HPUs), manifolds, accumulators, and servo/proportional valve systems
• Install, align, bleed, and maintain hydraulic cylinders/actuators; select, route, and secure hydraulic hoses; assemble and torque fittings (e.g., NPT, JIC, ORFS, AN)
• Set up and operate structural test equipment including load frames, reaction structures, and test fixtures; build/install custom fixturing and restraints as required
• Instrument test articles with strain gages, load cells, LVDTs, and pressure/flow transducers; perform basic wiring, shunt checks, and troubleshooting
• Configure and run closed-loop force/displacement control on structural test systems; set setpoints, ramp rates, and high/low safety limits per procedures
• Monitor and record loads, displacements, and hydraulic parameters using gauges and digital instrumentation; execute proof, hydrostatic, and pressure/decay style tests per work instructions
• Perform tube/line work (cutting, bending, flaring) and general mechanical assembly, support contamination control, filtration, and fluid cleanliness practices
• Conduct leak checks and correct leaks; perform mechanical repair and basic metal fabrication
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other lift equipment; rig and move large test articles safely
• Utilize computers and software for test control and data acquisition; document test setup, operations, and results using Microsoft Office
• Apply safe work practices for high-pressure hydraulics and test operations (PPE, barriers, LOTO); follow procedures and required safety controls
• Basic electrical skills (DC/resistance measurements for instrumentation and troubleshooting)
• Ability to work off hours and weekends as needed
• Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Work in high bays, test labs, and cleanroom environments as required
• Candidate must be willing to support any shift when required

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years of experience performing technician responsibilities
• Experience with one or more of the following: Blueprints, Technical Drawings, Diagrams, Instructions, or Schematics
• Experience with hydraulic systems and/or structural/mechanical testing of flight or development hardware
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Experience with servo-hydraulic structural test systems and controllers and data acquisition systems (including LabVIEW)
• Experience installing strain gages and supporting calibration of load/pressure instrumentation
• Experience working in a clean room facility and handling flight hardware
• Experience with mechanical repair and metal fabrication

Benefits:

• 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)

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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

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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