Sr Engineering Technician

Put Your Technical Skills to Work. Help Power the Future of Aerospace as a Sr Engineering Technician Location: Torrance, CA | Schedule: 1st Shift 5am-1:30pm | Pay Rate: $35 - $38 per hour Are you a hands-on technical professional who thrives on solving problems, improving processes, and delivering precision results? PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace parts manufacturing industry to find a Senior Engineering Technician who is ready to make an impact supporting the testing and performance of critical hydraulic and pneumatic systems. This is an opportunity to bring your technical expertise to a high-performance manufacturing environment where accuracy, initiative, and quality matter every day. What You'll Do As a Senior Engineering Technician, you will play a key role in testing, troubleshooting, and supporting precision fluid power systems used in commercial and military aerospace applications. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Perform high-volume, repetitive testing of commercial and military precision hydraulic and pneumatic components using high-pressure fluid power testing equipment. Conduct testing and troubleshooting to identify issues, evaluate performance, and help ensure products meet required specifications. Record test results, observations, and relevant production data accurately and consistently. Analyze work methods, time, motion, and operating procedures to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and establish standard production rates. Use sound judgment and technical experience to plan and complete assignments with minimal supervision. Take initiative to identify problems, address challenges, and keep work moving forward without waiting for direction. Make timely, informed decisions while balancing detailed analysis with the need to maintain productivity. Follow established safety procedures and quality standards when working with high-pressure hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. What You Bring Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. 4–6 years of relevant experience in engineering technology, manufacturing, testing, maintenance, or a related technical field. Familiarity with technical concepts, practices, and procedures relevant to the role. Ability to perform repetitive testing tasks while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and accomplish goals with minimal supervision. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make timely decisions in complex situations. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds. Commitment to following safety, quality, and operational procedures. Preferred Qualifications Previous testing and troubleshooting experience. Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fluid power equipment, or high-pressure testing applications. Experience in aerospace, military, commercial manufacturing, or another precision-engineering environment. Familiarity with production efficiency, time studies, work measurement, and process improvement. A proactive, self-motivated approach with a demonstrated ability to take ownership and get things done. Ready to Take the Next Step? Bring your skills. Make an impact. Help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. We look forward to connecting with motivated professionals who are ready to put their experience to work. This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. Pay Details: $35.00 to $38.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. 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