Repair & Overhaul Technician I

Rocket Lab; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading aerospace company as a Repair & Overhaul Technician I, where teamwork drives success. You will perform critical maintenance and inspection tasks on aircraft components following FAA standards while contributing to a safer and sustainable aerospace environment. Your role supports the company's mission, offering opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Health care benefits

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must possess basic math skills and comprehend varying units of measure.
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and inspections per FAA standards.
• Provide status updates on repair progress.
• Utilize ERP system for daily transactions.

Skills

Basic math skills

Organization

Communication

Education

No Degree

Job description

Repair & Overhaul Technician I

Published 06.18.2025

Company : Safran Cabin Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Carson , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : No Degree Required experience : First experience Professional status : Technician Salary range : $19/hr-$21.50/hr

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Published 06.18.2025

Job Description

POWERED BY TEAMWORK. Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by TIME as the leading Aerospace & Defense company on the 2023 World's Best Companies list (#59 on the full list). Join our team and become part of the group that's making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, we'll proudly step back and say, “We did that."

In the role of Repair & Overhaul Tech I you'll play a pivotal part on our Repairs team.
Performs maintenance and alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers' instructions for continued airworthiness, Service Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA. Inspector(s) are responsible for performing preliminary, hidden-damage, in-process and final inspections on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers' instructions for continued airworthiness, Service Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA.

This position contributes to our vision by:
• Provides verbal and written status of repair progress
• Applies and handles sealants and adhesives
• Performs complex acceptance test procedures utilizing specific test equipment
• Keeps assigned areas organized and clean in accordance to required standards such as but not limited to 5S
• Ability to read and comprehend written process specification documents
• Participates and supports any regular organized team meetings, such as but not limited to QRQC, morning stand-up, etc.
• Provides on-the-job training in manufacturing and test methods to all Assemblers, Technicians and ATP Operators per Supervisor direction
• Ability to utilize ERP system for daily transactions such as but not limited to recording labor hours, closing operations, etc.
• Ability to utilize Sentry File in order to access engineering documents such as but not limited to drawings, ATP, ATR, etc.
• Ability to utilize work instructions software such as but not limited to Pro Works
• Ability to read and comprehend schematics and work instructions
• Perform work in a safe manner in accordance with Environment, Health & Safety requirements

Complementary Description

Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 11,000 employees at 36 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.

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• Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
• Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
• Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub – Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!

The expected salary range for this position is between $19/hr-$21.50/hr USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. Current Union Employees should refer to WWS Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Job Requirements

At Safran Cabin, diversity & inclusion is a source of richness that adds quality of life, performance, and innovation. We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability/medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We seek service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude, adaptable to our innovative and evolving environment.

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
• Team oriented
• Process focused
• Open & honest communication
• Quality minded
• Ability to persevere and honor commitments
• Recognizes success
• Executes with urgency
• Creates solutions
• Customer focused in everything we do

Qualifications:
1. Must possess basic math skills and be able to comprehend varying units of measure
2. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, and take initiative
3. Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
4. Ability to read, comprehend written and process specification documents
5. Computer skills to access CMM's, drawings, etc.
6. Specific FAA required training

This job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Cabin designs, certifies, manufactures and supports innovative aircraft cabin interiors, equipment and systems, providing airlines and OEM Customers with distinctive aircraft branding, and their passengers with a safe, comfortable and enjoyable flying experience.

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