Technician

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Technician Niagara Falls, NY Posted: 10/29/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

226959

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

3

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Technician, Niagara Falls, NY. Job ID#226959

Pay Rate: 24/hr

Job Description:

• Assemble micro-mechanical and electronic components inside a cleanroom environment, often under a microscope

• Test and inspect assemblies and sensors

• Solder fine-pitch electronic components

• Work from schematics, blueprints and oral instructions to construct assemblies, sub-assemblies and components

Basic Qualifications (BQs):

• Ability to follow strict cleanroom protocols (gowning, masking, etc.).

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Must be a US Citizen

Desired Skills:

• Experience building ultra-precision mechanical assemblies using a microscope

• Experience using electronics test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.)

• Experience soldering fine-pitch electronic components

• Experience working in an ISO/clean room environment.

• IPC J-STD-001 solder certification.

• Technical degree in electronics or mechanical related curriculum

• Proven experience operating a binocular stereo microscope with a long working distance (allowing room for hands and micro-tools).

• Exceptional hand-eye coordination, depth perception, and steady hands for intricate bench work

• Ability to maintain intense concentration during repetitive, highly detailed tasks

• Prior hands-on background as a watchmaker, jeweler, mini painter, or similar micro-precision trade

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

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