Production Technician II
About The Position
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a Production Technician II to support manufacturing operations by assembling components, maintaining quality standards, and following safety protocols. The role requires technical hands-on skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow work instructions in a fast-paced environment while collaborating to meet production goals efficiently and precisely. This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, California. The technician supports fabrication of composite parts and/or electromechanical assemblies, documents assembly builds, escalates process or quality issues, suggests improvements, helps solve complex technical problems, and builds and sets up test equipment.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience.
- High school diploma.
- Strong hands-on technical capability and attention to detail, including wiring, soldering, parts fabrication, assembly, and general shop work or maintenance.
- Proficiency with basic hand tools and their safe operation.
- Ability to communicate verbally, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to collaborate and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and work overtime when required.
- Willingness to work as part of a team to meet daily goals and objectives.
- Excellent work ethic and attendance.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Able to work onsite at ESAero office locations and willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, California.
- Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.
- Must pass a background check and drug test.
- E-Verify participation is required for employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in composites.
- Experience assembling and/or testing complex electromechanical assemblies.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with parts and inventory management.
- SLO Partners UAV Completion Certificate.
Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing with fabrication of composite parts and/or electromechanical assemblies.
- Follow written work instructions to assemble and document each assembly build.
- Escalate process or quality issues.
- Suggest improvements to safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
- Help create solutions to complex technical problems.
- Build and set up test equipment.
Benefits
- Three health, dental, and vision plan options, including a 100% employer-paid option covering employees and their families.
- 120 hours of PTO: 80 hours accrued plus 40 hours of holiday break pay.
- Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day off.
- $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
- Optional supplemental benefits, including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- 401(k) with company match.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Casual dress code and complimentary snacks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
