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Manufacturing Technician 1

PDS Defense • Goleta, CA • 4h ago

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Manufacturing Technician 1 Goleta, CA Posted: 9/23/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

225632

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

Shift:

Positions Available:

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 1, in Goleta, CA. Job ID#225632

Pay Rate: $26 - $31/hr

Job Description:

A Manufacturing Technician performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. They use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments.

Primary Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of duties relating to the fabrication or assembly of mechanical components for larger assemblies.

Sets up and tests complete proto@type units and subassemblies under operational conditions. Analyzes data and recommends modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications.

May assist mechanical engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications of assemblies and components.

Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.

Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.

Determines and assists in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.

Handling and managing fragile composite materials.

Notate usage, traceability, pot life, and out time controls on all adhesive materials used.

Report data and interface with other employees and departments.

Reading and understanding manufacturing/ engineering drawings and shop planning.

Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a US Citizen

High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of additional education and/or related experience

Ability to read, write and work to instructions written in English.

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds

Ability to be on feet for up to various hours each day

Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts based on demanding manufacturing schedules

Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence

Ability to navigate and operate within a Microsoft Office Environment (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Demonstrated Mechanical Ability

Ability to read and follow directions on engineering drawings and/or schematics

Familiarity with the proper hand tool technique and safety (wrenches, screwdrivers, etc)

Familiarity with the concept of Torque

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient use of electronic test equipment such as DC power supplies, Digital Multimeters, and Source Meters.

Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic

Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues

Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipment

Soldering

J Standard Certification

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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