Production Assembler 1 (Shared Services) - Defense Systems Division

Production Assembler 1 (Shared Services) - Defense Systems Division

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Defense Systems

Location: USA IRVINE CA DEFENSE SYSTEMS

Job Family : Manufacturing

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jul 14, 2026

Job ID: 67016

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The Defense Systems Division is part of the Parker Aerospace Group, located in Irvine, California. Our products are used across military and commercial platforms globally. We specialize in cutting edge thermal management systems and components including fans, pumps and compressors, ammunition handling systems, weapon scoring systems, dynamic pressure sensors, piezoelectric accelerometers, towed targets, reeling machines, and associated telemetry.

For over fifty years, we have been a leader in defense products, contributing to the operational success of some of the most advanced military platforms worldwide.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Production Assembler 1 - Defense Systems Division

Position Summary:

The Production Assembler 1 - is responsible for performing entry-level electronic and electro-mechanical subassembly of components, subassemblies in accordance with work instructions, blueprints and quality standards. This role utilizes hand tools to assemble parts, inspect work for accuracy, and maintain a safe and organized work environment. Will work closely with team members and leadership to meet production goals while ensuring product quality and adherence to company procedures.

Responsibilities:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

• Shared services that require standing for extended periods such as sandblasting, cable preparation, laser marking, glass pressing, lapping, and grinding.
• Masking, de-masking, basic heat shrink, wire winding, basic lacing cord, epoxy, bonding.
• Cut and organize wires, check kits for shortages and fill them, help out fellow employees with tasks that may include screwing in parts, general cleaning of parts and other duties as required.
• Previous kitting experience preferred, able to interpret BOM & parts lists. Monitoring of floor stock levels and production supplies.
• Understanding of unit conversion (inch to mm).

Job Specifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required for the position.

Education and Years of Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• 0 - 2 years of related assembly experience and/or training.

J-STD-001 Certification preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

• Ability to communicate in English.

• As a member of the organization, the employee is expected to work effectively with co-workers, customers and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner. Ability to listen to and objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others; keeping commitments; keeping others informed of work progress, timetables and issues; addressing problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; addressing others by name, title or other respectful identifier and respecting the diversity of our work force in actions words and deeds.

• Basic computer skills will be needed to log into work orders, access time cards, and log workorders for special process.

Physical Demands:

• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $16.9/hr to $28.15/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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