Senior Production Technician

Castelion Corporation•Torrance, CA

About The Position

As a Production Technician, you will execute high-rate assembly builds for mechanical assemblies supporting Castelion's flight and production activities in 2026. Assemblies include bonded components, mechanisms, structural subassemblies, and production test. You will help standardize production processes, build out the production area, and implement the tools, fixtures, and mechanisms needed to efficiently produce assemblies at high volume. This hands-on role is critical to the timely, high-quality delivery of numerous vehicles throughout the year.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Familiarity with torque and mechanical tools, including gauges and indicators.
Ability to use computer systems to support process transactions and quality management processes.
Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, complete travelers, and use visual aids and procedures during product builds.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Ability to walk throughout the facility and on uneven terrain.
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of aerospace manufacturing experience, focused on electromechanical mechanisms, complex mechanical assemblies, bonded assemblies, or production test.
Associate degree.
A&P License.
Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings, controlled documentation, and processes such as layout drawings, mechanical drawings, assembly procedures and work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
Experience with MES software and electronic production records.
Experience bonding components using RTVs, epoxies, or silicones.
Experience in a high-rate or high-volume production environment with measurable output, takt time, and throughput goals.
Experience with production tooling, fixtures, work instructions, line balancing, or standardized work.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience with AS9100 or equivalent quality management systems.
Experience with 5S practices.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Execute complex aerospace mechanism, bonded, and mechanical structural assembly builds supporting flight and high-rate production objectives.
Perform repeatable, high-quality assembly operations while meeting production rate, schedule, quality, and safety requirements.
Help transition mechanism and bonded assembly processes into standardized, production-ready work instructions and processes for high-volume output.
Assist with developing and implementing tooling, fixtures, workstations, and infrastructure for efficient production builds.
Perform surface preparation, adhesion application, and casting operations.
Run functional testing of flight components and accurately document results in accordance with controlled procedures.
Identify opportunities to improve cycle time, first-pass yield, line balance, and overall production efficiency.
Ensure shop equipment is well-maintained and calibrated where necessary, and maintain an organized, safe production area.