Production Technician

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies' core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Tactical Missiles and Integrated Defense Systems business, which designs and develops integrated missile and defense systems that support critical missions across air, land, and sea. We combine comprehensive analysis, engineering, and program execution capabilities to deliver mission-tailored solutions that reduce lead times, lower costs, and simplify complex multi-vendor supply chains. Backed by decades of flight-proven and fielded performance, we design and build mission-critical technologies including launch systems, propulsion, payload integration solutions, UAV components, missile subsystems, and Safe & Arm systems.

The Production Technician I supports daily assembly and production activities to ensure materials and finished products meet required quality standards. The role helps maintain workflow by following established procedures, operating equipment as assigned, and promptly reporting issues to supervisors to keep manufacturing operations running smoothly.

Schedule

• The work schedule follows a 4×10 configuration: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with every other Friday off.

Responsibilities

• Performs assembly and production line tasks according to established procedures and supervisor direction.
• Follows departmental policies and quality standards to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Verifies incoming materials meet required quality standards using approved quality control (QC) methods.
• Completes necessary QC documentation, including rejection forms and missing packing list forms.
• Requests raw materials as needed to support production activities.
• Identifies and reports defective materials to the supervisor.
• Operates material-handling equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, or forklifts when assigned.
• Supports loading and unloading of supplies and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand, follow, and maintain quality and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to a supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.