PDS Tech Commercial, is looking for Airframe & Actuator Test Technicians for our Aircraft client in Santa Cruz, California.
8 mo+ CONTRACT Assignment – M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rate: $36.00-$50.00 per hour

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Will be responsible for the assembly and operation of the test stands using engineering drawings and models, operating forklift to move heavy equipment, light metal fabrication/machining such as milling, drilling, cutting, and grinding metal parts, assembly of large metallic bolted and welded structures, setting up hydraulic and pneumatic actuation systems, set up of video cameras to collect test footage, and installation of electromechanical components such as valves, motors, and switches. The Test Technician will support tracking, calibration, inventory, and control of tools, instruments, equipment, and raw materials used for testing. 
Will also be responsible for the installation of instrumentation according to engineering drawings, verifying instrumentation locations, soldering wire connections, checkout, and troubleshooting of the instruments at the test stand, including load cells, displacement sensors, strain gauges, transducers, etc. Will use digital systems and digital and analog instruments to collect and report test data and test media.

Requires

Experience with data acquisition devices and sensors (accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gage). Ability to work from procedures and drawings with minimal guidance

Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment

HS Diploma or GED and 3+ years' experience as a technician assembling electromechanical mechanisms and/or power electronic assemblies

Proficient with hand tools, machine shop tools (Mill, Drill, Chop Saw), light fabrication and metrology tools (Caliper, Measurements Gauges)

Pay Details: $36.00 to $50.00 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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