Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Pay: $25-35

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Technician to join our team. You will be responsible for the fabrication and validation of critical flight hardware, including mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and flight Ground Support Equipment, adhering to associated flight drawings, procedures, quality standards, and internal training. You will assist engineers in the manufacture and test infrastructure development of flight/prototype hardware, document assembly and test procedures, and perform other specified tasks. Additionally, you will identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality assurance, work with facilities and maintenance to ensure timely repair and maintenance of production equipment, and collaborate with manufacturing engineering to optimize manufacturing orders and ensure process instructions are understood.

ResponsibilitiesFabricate and validate critical flight hardware, including mechanical and electrical assembly, as well as flight Ground Support Equipment per associated flight drawings, procedures, quality standards, and internal training.Assist engineers in the manufacture and test infrastructure development of flight/prototype hardware.Document assembly and test procedures and perform other specified tasks.Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality assurance.Work with facilities and maintenance to ensure production equipment is maintained and repaired in a timely manner.Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to optimize manufacturing orders and ensure process instructions are understood.Essential SkillsElectro-mechanical skillsBlueprint readingSchematic interpretationProficiency with power toolsExperience in Aerospace industryTroubleshooting skillsProduction and assembly experienceSoldering experienceAdditional Skills & QualificationsCurrent Solder, Harnessing/Crimping certification to J or NASA-StandardsAbility to work from diagrams, drawings, and detailed proceduresExperience operating electrical and non-electrical manufacturing equipmentExperience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools, and air toolsExperience working with adhesives, chemical cleaners, coating materials, and other commonly used chemicals in manufacturingWork Environment

This role operates in a clean room environment. Contract employees are not offered holiday or vacation benefits at any level. Technologies and equipment used include various hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment. The team is currently working on the IROSA satellite for NASA. Benefits for this role include a 401k plan, immediate vacation upon signing, an 8% yearly performance-based bonus, and full benefits.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

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 Goleta,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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