Production Technician

Production TechnicianThis role focuses on the assembly of custom wiring harnesses and electromechanical products for aerospace and defense applications in a low-volume, high-quality production environment. You will build complex harnesses to strict quality standards, using engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and are expected to contribute quickly with minimal training. The position is ideal for a hands-on wiring harness technician with experience in aerospace, defense, military, electronics, or other highly regulated manufacturing settings who takes pride in precision workmanship and consistent quality.ResponsibilitiesBuild and assemble custom wiring harnesses according to engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and detailed work instructions.Perform wire routing, crimping, connector installation, and wire termination activities using calibrated tools and equipment.Verify workmanship and quality requirements throughout the assembly process, ensuring all builds meet documented specifications and inspection standards.Utilize calibrated crimping tools and other production equipment correctly to maintain compliance with production and quality standards.Apply heat shrink, strain relief, and environmental/weatherproofing techniques to protect harnesses and ensure long-term reliability.Support troubleshooting efforts by working with engineering teams to resolve assembly-related issues, wiring discrepancies, and build problems.Identify and communicate any issues with drawings, schematics, or work instructions that could affect product quality or manufacturability.Adhere to aerospace, defense, military, and customer-specific quality requirements, including building to military specifications where applicable.Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, following all safety procedures and best practices.Work independently and integrate quickly into production activities with minimal ramp-up time, delivering consistent, high-quality output.Essential SkillsRecent, hands-on wiring harness assembly experience in a manufacturing or regulated production environment.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and assembly/work instructions.Proficiency in connector installation and wire termination, including proper wire routing and cable management practices.Experience using calibrated crimping tools and related equipment for precise, repeatable terminations.Demonstrated ability to build products to documented specifications and strict workmanship standards.Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused approach to assembly and inspection requirements.Capability to step into harness assembly work quickly with limited training and minimal ramp-up time.Experience in aerospace, defense, military, FAA, DoD, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.Understanding of military specifications and building products to meet those standards.Experience troubleshooting assembly issues and working alongside engineers to resolve build problems.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparks, NV.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sparks, NV.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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