Production Technician

Actalent; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Sparks, NV is seeking a Production Technician II to assemble custom wiring harnesses and electromechanical assemblies for aerospace and defense applications in a low-volume, high-quality production environment.

You will read engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams, perform crimping and termination with calibrated tools, verify quality, and collaborate with engineering to resolve issues while maintaining strict safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on wiring harness assembly in a regulated production setting.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics and assembly instructions.
• Experience with connector installation and wire terminations.
• Proficiency using calibrated crimping tools for precise terminations.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble custom wiring harnesses per drawings and work instructions.
• Perform wire routing, crimping, connector installation, and terminations with calibrated tools.
• Verify workmanship and meet documented specifications and inspection standards.
• Apply heat shrink, strain relief, and weatherproofing techniques.
• Support troubleshooting with engineering to resolve assembly problems.

Skills

Wiring harness assembly

Read engineering drawings

Connector installation

Wire termination

Calibrated crimping tools

Quality inspection

Environmental/weatherproofing

Regulated manufacturing environments

Education

IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification

IPC-A-610 certification

Cable/wire harness certification

Tools

Calibrated crimping tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Job Title: Production Technician II

Job Description

This role focuses on the assembly of custom wiring harnesses and electromechanical products for aerospace and defense applications in a low-volume, high-quality production environment. You will build complex harnesses to strict quality standards, using engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and are expected to contribute quickly with minimal training. The position is ideal for a hands-on wiring harness technician with experience in aerospace, defense, military, electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing settings who takes pride in precision workmanship and consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble custom wiring harnesses according to engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and detailed work instructions.
• Perform wire routing, crimping, connector installation, and wire termination activities using calibrated tools and equipment.
• Verify workmanship and quality requirements throughout the assembly process, ensuring all builds meet documented specifications and inspection standards.
• Utilize calibrated crimping tools and other production equipment correctly to maintain compliance with production and quality standards.
• Apply heat shrink, strain relief, and environmental/weatherproofing techniques to protect harnesses and ensure long-term reliability.
• Support troubleshooting efforts by working with engineering teams to resolve assembly-related issues, wiring discrepancies, and build problems.
• Identify and communicate any issues with drawings, schematics, or work instructions that could affect product quality or manufacturability.
• Adhere to aerospace, defense, military, and customer-specific quality requirements, including building to military specifications where applicable.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, following all safety procedures and best practices.
• Work independently and integrate quickly into production activities with minimal ramp-up time, delivering consistent, high-quality output.

Essential Skills

• Recent, hands-on wiring harness assembly experience in a manufacturing or regulated production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and assembly/work instructions.
• Proficiency in connector installation and wire termination, including proper wire routing and cable management practices.
• Experience using calibrated crimping tools and related equipment for precise, repeatable terminations.
• Demonstrated ability to build products to documented specifications and strict workmanship standards.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused approach to assembly and inspection requirements.
• Capability to step into harness assembly work quickly with limited training and minimal ramp-up time.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, military, FAA, DoD, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of military specifications and building products to meet those standards.
• Experience troubleshooting assembly issues and working alongside engineers to resolve build problems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.
• IPC-A-610 certification.
• Any cable and wire harness-related certification.
• Wiring Harness Technician, Cable Assembly Technician, Aerospace Assembly Technician, Avionics Technician, Electronics Technician, Aircraft Electrical Technician, Production Technician with electronics/wiring focus, Manufacturing Technician with electrical assembly focus, or Engineering Technician with harness assembly experience.
• Experience with low-volume, custom harness builds rather than high-volume, repetitive production.
• Knowledge of environmental protection techniques, including heat shrink application, weatherproofing, and strain relief methods.
• Experience building products in aerospace, defense, military, or FAA-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to aircraft assembly or maintenance, military electronics, automotive electrical systems, or test technician work.
• Mechanical assembly and repair experience, including hands-on fabrication or equipment repair.
• Personal hobbies involving electronics, automotive restoration, fabrication, or equipment repair that demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude.
• Interest in career growth into Test Technician, Engineering Technician, advanced Production Technician roles, or hybrid production/engineering support positions.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment focused on low-volume, high-quality production of custom wiring harnesses and electromechanical assemblies for aerospace and defense applications. You will work with calibrated crimping tools, standard electrical assembly equipment, and inspection tools while following detailed engineering drawings and documented specifications. The environment emphasizes strict quality standards, adherence to regulated manufacturing requirements, and close collaboration with engineering teams for troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Work is hands-on and detail-oriented, requiring safe work practices and maintenance of a clean, organized production area. Successful team members can pursue advancement through multiple technician levels and into test, engineering support, or advanced production roles

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparks, NV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sparks,NV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.