Manufacturing Technician II

TRC Talent Solutions
  • San Jose, CA
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Manufacturing Technician
     
    The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for the hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and inspection of electric propulsion systems and components used in advanced aircraft manufacturing. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, adherence to work instructions, and collaboration with engineering teams to support equipment commissioning, process validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

     

    Location: San Jose, CA

    Job Type: 6-month contract with eligibility to renew 

    Industry: Aerospace

    Position Summary
    • Assemble electric engine products and subassemblies using manual, semi-automated, and automated manufacturing equipment.

    • Build and integrate components including inverters, stators, gearboxes, motors, and related assemblies.

    • Follow detailed work instructions, technical specifications, and quality standards with a strong focus on workmanship.

    • Partner with engineering teams to support equipment bring-up, process validation, and production readiness activities.

    • Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, processes, and product issues to identify and resolve defects.

    • Debug and test electric engine assemblies.

    • Build and maintain basic laboratory fixtures, tooling, and support equipment.

    • Perform routine preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

    • Conduct inspections and dimensional measurements using metrology equipment, including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, measurement microscopes, and other inspection tools.

    • Accurately document build activities, deviations, and production data.

    • Comply with all workplace safety procedures and standards, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash, and 5S practices.

    Required Qualifications
    • Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

    • Experience working in an R&D, prototype, or early-stage production setting.

    • Hands-on experience building mechanical and electronic assemblies using technical documentation.

    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.

    • Ability to follow formal work instructions and accurately document deviations.

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

    • Strong written communication and documentation skills.

    • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and technical documentation.

    • Experience using inspection and measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).

    • Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methodologies.

    • Knowledge of manufacturing safety protocols and compliance requirements.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • IPC certification or working knowledge of IPC standards.

    • Experience assembling stator windings.

    • Experience using SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

     

    TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. At TRC, we take pride in fulfilling our opportunity to add value to our client's business as their staffing partner, while working tirelessly to connect thousands of individuals each year with work opportunities where they can meet the needs of their families and have the potential to build their careers.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Jose, CA

    Skills

    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Educational Technologyunmatched
    • Electric Motorunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Electronics Assemblyunmatched
    • Geneticsunmatched
    • IPC Standardsunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Machine Toolunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipmentunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
    • Metrologyunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Process Validationunmatched
    • Propulsionunmatched
    • Prototypingunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
    • SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP)unmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Technical Drawingunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Theater Productionunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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