Technician II

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Burbank, CA is seeking a Repair & Overhaul Mechanical Technician II who will test, troubleshoot, repair and modify electro‑mechanical components and assemblies.

This role requires reading maintenance manuals and schematics, using standard test equipment, and documenting testing data while maintaining logs. Overtime may be necessary as the team supports critical aerospace operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a related field.
• Ability to read component maintenance manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Read manuals and schematics to assemble and test electro‑mechanical units.
• Test units with standard equipment and analyze results.
• Adjust or replace defective components.
• Perform repairs, maintenance and calibration of electro‑mechanical assemblies.
• Document testing data and inspection results.
• Identify and resolve malfunctions with manufacturers as needed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Soldering iron

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Repair & Overhaul Mechanical Technician II at our Burbank, CA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft - delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to your Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The R&O Mechanical Tech II is responsible for testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying repair and overhaul (R&O) electro‑mechanical components, electro‑mechanical assemblies, parts, equipment, and systems by applying principles of mechanical theory, basic electrical skills, engineering mathematics, testing, and physics.

Essential Functions:

• Read component maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematic drawings and engineering instructions for assembling and testing electro‑mechanical units
• Test electro‑mechanical units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment. Test, and maintain mechanical components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, using hand and power tools
• Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning components, using hand tools and soldering iron
• Perform repairs, maintenance and calibration of electro‑mechanical assemblies per the Component Maintenance Manuals Write teardown reports and accurately record testing data and inspection results
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts
• Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment
• Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement
• Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy
• Supports Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPI's, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise
• Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Eligibility Requirement:

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Non-Essential Functions:

• Support customer visits
• Support internal and external audits
• Perform minimal work under a microscope or soldering

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a related field
• Knowledge: Knowledge of methods and procedure in mechanical characteristics as related to area of assignment and ability to devise and adapt; Familiarity with product flow through a manufacturing or repair environment; Working knowledge of computer systems. Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Skills: Good oral expression and comprehension (communicate through speech so others will understand and listen to and understand information and ideas presented through speech); Good written expression and comprehension (communicate in English through writing so others will understand and read and understand information and ideas presented in English through writing).Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Time management skills required.
• Abilities: Ability to learn new test software and equipment and to identify abnormal conditions in equipment and product; Manual and finger dexterity (ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects); Ability to make precisely coordinated movements; Ability to work in multiple software systems, including time enter, data enter. Ability to Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective