Production Technician I

esaero; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness plans

PTO 120+ hours

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Casual dress code

Job summary

ESAero in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a motivated Production Technician I to support manufacturing by assembling components, ensuring quality, and maintaining safety protocols. The ideal candidate shows strong technical skills, detail orientation, and the ability to follow work instructions in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires teamwork and a willingness to work overtime, with two shift options (5:00a-1:30p or 7:00a-3:30p).

Qualifications

• Must be a quick learner with a strong work ethic.
• Technical hands-on capability including wiring, soldering, assembly and general shop work/maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing by fabricating composite parts and electromechanical assemblies.
• Follow written work instructions to assemble and document the build of each assembly.
• Escalate process or quality issues as needed.
• Suggest improvements for safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Skills

Quick learner

Hand tools

Soldering

Wiring

Team collaboration

Reading & understanding instructions

Basic math

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic hand tools

Soldering tools

Job description

Production Technician I

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Production Technician I to support manufacturing operations by assembling components, ensuring quality standards, andmaintainingsafety protocols. The Production Technician I must have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow work instructions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a quick learner with a strong work ethic who collaborates effectively to meet production goals whilemaintainingefficiency and precision.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Support the manufacturing team with the fabrication of composite parts and/or electromechanical assemblies
• Follow written work instructions to assemble and document thebuildof each assembly.
• Escalate any process or quality issues.
• Offer suggestions to improve safety, quality, on-time delivery, etc.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Quick learner, hard-working with skilled hands.
• Technical hands-on capability with attention to detail. Including but not limitedtowiring, soldering, assembly, and general shop work/maintenance.
• Ability to collaborate and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to verbally communicate,readandcomprehendwritten and verbal instructions, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations.
• Proficiencyand experience with basic hand tools and their safe operation.
• A willingness to learn and work overtime whenrequired.
• Willingto work as a team to reach daily goals andobjectives.
• Excellent work ethic and attendance.
• 2 work shifts: 5:00a-1:30pm; 7:00-3:30pm
• High school diploma.
• A valid driver'slicense

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in Composites
• Experience assembling and/or testing complex electromechanical assemblies
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• SLO Partners UAV Completion Certificate
• 2+ years of experience
• Available Shifts:5am- 1:30pm or 7am-3:30pm

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness:Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a100% employer-paid optioncovering both employees and their families.
• Paid Time Off:Enjoy120 hours of PTO,80 hoursaccruedplus anadditional40 hours of holiday break payin addition toChristmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
• Life Insurance:$25,000 employer-paidlife insurance policy, with theoptiontopurchaseadditionalcoverage for employees and their families.
• Supplemental Coverage:Access optional benefits such asCritical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA):Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
• Retirement Savings:401(k) with a company matchto support your financial future.
• Paid Holidays:Enjoy 9 paid holidaysthroughout the year.
• Work Environment:Acasual dress code, complimentary snacks,and a welcoming company culture.
• Ideal Location:Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life -a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize incutting-edgesystem design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities whilemaintainingthe highest standards of engineering services.

AtESAero, wedon’tjust build products, we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

This position is fully on-site atESAeroin Santa Maria, CA

ESAerois an equal opportunity employer.

E-Verify participationrequiredfor employment.

Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Must be able to pass background checkand drug test.

Hiring Range: $23.00-$26.00 Hourly/Non-Exempt