Job Description
Precision Meets Purpose: Join Our Team as a Production Technical Operator in Aerospace Manufacturing
Be part of something bigger. Your work will help power the future of aviation and defense.
1st shift opportunity Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Overtime is available.
Pay: 21–23/hour
Are you a hands-on professional with a passion for quality and precision? We're seeking a skilled Production Technical Operator to join a high-performing team in Tucson, AZ, supporting an industry-leading client in the aerospace and defense sector. In this role, your contributions will directly support the development of innovative technology used in commercial, general aviation, and military applications.What You’ll Do
As a Production Technical Operator, you’ll be a key player in the design and manufacturing of complex electronic products. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Manual and automated assembly of aerospace components
Performing machine setups and preventative maintenance
Hand soldering and operation of SMT and inspection equipment
Conducting functional and in-circuit testing
Identifying and troubleshooting assembly issues
Contributing to continuous improvement in quality and efficiency
Collaborating with team members and providing guidance to new operators
You’ll work under general supervision with the flexibility to apply judgment and technical expertise to your daily tasks.What You Bring
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
4–5 years of relevant experience in electronic manufacturing
Strong knowledge of SMT processing and soldering specifications
Experience with test fixturing and quality control procedures
Ability to interpret and follow technical documentation
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Proficiency with computer applications (e.g., Excel, documentation systems)
Preferred:
Technical certifications related to electronics assembly
Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
Familiarity with preventative maintenance and machine calibrationWhy Join Us
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to build your career in a certified Center of Excellence that’s shaping the future of aerospace innovation. You'll work with a dedicated team committed to quality, precision, and continuous improvement in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive hourly pay
Opportunities for overtime
State-of-the-art facilities
Meaningful work that impacts national defense and global aviation
On-the-job learning and career advancement potential
Inclusive and supportive workplace cultureReady to Launch Your Career?
If you're looking to take your skills to new heights and be part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: 21.00 to 23.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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Company Description
Since 1977, the PDS family of companies has become among the largest and most respected staffing companies in the United States. A vital part of the PDS family, PDS Tech Commercial connects highly skilled employees with Fortune 500 clients’ needs for project support such as contingent labor, statement of work/offload engineering projects, and permanent placements.
PDS Tech Commercial has staffing partnerships with leading organizations based in the United States and globally. We hire jobseekers daily for openings across skill categories, including Engineering, IT, Business Professional, Administrative, Accounting/Finance, Skilled Trades and Industrial.
We offer eligible associates an ala carte benefits package, that can include direct deposit, free career counseling, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonuses, and an affordable medical coverage plan.
Now part of The Adecco Group, our shared synergies combined with the investment Adecco continues to make in PDS offers significant advantages to both clients and associates alike. We share Adecco’s dedication to unlocking our Associates’ potential by unleashing the Future@Work and to the importance of human and labor rights, diversity and inclusion, environmental responsibility, and more.
Full-time