Electrical Assembler

Build Spacecraft That Matter - Join Our Team as an Aerospace Electrical Assembler!

Your craftsmanship could help power the next mission beyond Earth. PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace and aviation innovator to hire a skilled Electrical Assembler in El Segundo, California. If you're experienced in wire harness fabrication, aerospace assembly, and precision workmanship, this is your opportunity to contribute directly to mission-critical spacecraft programs.

Position Details

Job Title: Electrical Assembler

Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (4-Month Assignment)

Location: El Segundo, CA

Shift: Monday-Friday | 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - 1:00 AM)

Pay Rate: Starting at $30.19 per hour

About the Role

As a Electrical Assembler , you'll play a crucial role in transforming engineering designs into flight-ready spacecraft hardware. Working in a high-reliability aerospace environment, you'll fabricate and terminate wiring harnesses that support spacecraft systems and ground equipment.

Your precision, technical expertise, and commitment to quality will directly contribute to mission success, ensuring every connection meets the rigorous standards required for space applications.

What You'll Do

In this hands-on role, you will:

• Fabricate wiring harnesses for spacecraft and ground support systems

• Build and terminate harnesses for racks, boxes, and spacecraft installations

• Perform complex production assembly operations on aerospace systems and components

• Read and interpret:

• Electrical schematics

• Harness wiring diagrams

• Mechanical drawings

• Circuit layouts

• Parts lists

• Use hand tools and specialized harness assembly equipment to complete precise assemblies

• Troubleshoot and repair electronic components as needed

• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality, and documentation

• Explain assembly procedures and techniques to team members

• Collaborate with team leads and supervisors to meet production schedules

• Identify and communicate potential production issues

• Support cross-training and mentoring of new team members

• Follow clean room, PPE, safety, FOD prevention, and tool control procedures

• Complete work documentation using computer-based systems

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a technician in aerospace or another high-reliability industry

• Current certification to:

• J-STD-001 Space

• NASA-STD-8739.4

• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Experience using hand tools for assembly, repair, and troubleshooting

• Ability to read and interpret:

• Schematics

• Harness wiring diagrams

• Layout drawings

• Mechanical drawings

• Circuit layouts

• Parts lists

• Experience working in a clean room environment

• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements

• Proficiency with computer applications used for production documentation

• Understanding of:

• Good housekeeping practices

• Tool control

• FOD awareness and prevention

• Workplace safety procedures

• Ability to pass soldering and crimping assessments

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or experience highly desired

• 4+ years of experience using wire harness tools, including:

• Manual crimpers

• Pneumatic crimpers

• Experience performing in-process verification (2PV)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

• Experience mentoring or training fellow technicians

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial , we're passionate about connecting exceptional talent with opportunities that drive innovation and exploration. When you join our team, you'll work alongside aerospace professionals dedicated to pushing technological boundaries and achieving extraordinary results.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive pay starting at $30.19 per hour

• Opportunity to support advanced aerospace and spacecraft programs

• Hands-on work with mission-critical flight hardware

• Collaborative environment focused on quality and innovation

• Exposure to industry-leading aerospace manufacturing practices

• Professional growth and skill development opportunities

• A culture built on teamwork, safety, accountability, and excellence

• Dedicated support from the PDS Tech Commercial team throughout your assignment

Ready to Help Launch the Future?

If you're a detail-oriented aerospace assembly professional with wire harness expertise and a passion for building world-class technology, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as an Assembler in El Segundo, CA, where your skills will help create the systems that power the future of aerospace exploration.

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: $30.19 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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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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