Harness Technician C

Harness Technician C

Location: El Segundo, CA
Pay Rate: $34.00 - $37.00 per hour
Job ID: 224927

Shifts: 2nd shift (3:30pm-1:00am)
Build the Future of Space Exploration

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a skilled Harness Technician C to support the fabrication and assembly of critical spacecraft hardware in El Segundo, California. In this role, you'll work directly with high-reliability spaceflight hardware, translating engineering designs into mission-ready systems. Your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to quality will directly contribute to the success of space missions.
Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate wiring harnesses for spacecraft and ground support systems.
• Build and terminate wiring harnesses for racks, boxes, and spacecraft installations.
• Perform complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies, and electronic systems.
• Follow assembly procedures and provide technical guidance to co-workers when needed.
• Work closely with team leaders to ensure project milestones and schedules are met.
• Communicate anticipated production challenges to supervisors and leadership.
• Cross-train and mentor new team members.
• Maintain compliance with safety requirements, tool control practices, FOD prevention standards, and housekeeping procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of technician experience in aerospace or a comparable high-reliability industry.
• Certification to J-STD-001 Space and NASA-STD-8739.4.
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Experience using hand tools and troubleshooting or repairing electronic components.
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Schematics
  • Harness wiring diagrams
  • Mechanical drawings
  • Circuit layouts
  • Parts lists
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Ability to use computer applications for work documentation and tracking.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must successfully pass a soldering and crimping test.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification highly desired.
• Experience performing in-process verification (2PV).
• 4+ years of experience using wire harness tools, including manual and pneumatic crimpers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance