Job Listing Description

PDS TECH is currently looking for a few Test Technicians for our Aircraft client in Santa Cruz, CA
Will be responsible for the mechanical/structural setup of test stands, the installation of instrumentation gauging and wiring on test stands, and operation of basic data acquisition equipment.

Responsibilities:

The primarily responsibility will be 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 Technicians support tracking, calibration, inventory, and control of tools, instruments, equipment, and raw materials used for testing.

Requires:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3+ years’ experience as a technician assembling electromechanical mechanisms and/or power electronic assemblies

• Experience with data acquisition devices and sensors (accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gage)

• Must be able to work from procedures and drawings with minimal guidance

Payrate: $30 - $45 DOE

Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible.