Production Technician

X-Bow Systems • Luling, TX

16h • Onsite

About The Position

X-Bow Systems is hiring an entry-level Production Technician I to learn and support manufacturing operations in a structured, safety-driven environment. The technician works under close supervision while developing technical skills, understanding processes, and executing work consistently. The role supports solid rocket motor manufacturing, including tooling, assembly and disassembly, case surface preparation, machining, and final assembly. The technician must follow engineering documentation, quality standards, and safety and environmental requirements, with particular attention to explosive safety protocols.

The position is onsite in Luling, Texas, with a schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The role may also require shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Work can be physically demanding and requires wearing protective equipment. To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated reliability, procedural compliance, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, protected-individual status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligibility to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations, to meet ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• 0–2 years of manufacturing, operations, or technical experience.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for long periods; working from the knees; ascending and descending ladders; and lifting, bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds while wearing protective equipment.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform solid rocket motor manufacturing tasks, which may include tooling, assembly and disassembly, case surface preparation, machining, and final assembly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and facilities and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Execute manufacturing operations in compliance with AS9100, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Work as a team member to positively influence and improve team safety, quality, cost, and scheduling.
• Champion a safety culture and strictly adhere to explosive safety protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED