Actalent is hiring: Manufacturing Technician in Santa Barbara

Manufacturing TechnicianJob DescriptionFabricate and validate critical flight hardware, including mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and flight Ground Support Equipment; per associated flight drawings, procedures, quality standards, and internal training. Assist engineers in flight/prototype hardware manufacture/test infrastructure development, document assembly, test procedures, and other specified tasks. Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality assurance. Work with facilities and maintenance to ensure that production equipment is maintained and repaired in a timely manner. Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to optimize manufacturing orders and ensure process instructions are understood.ResponsibilitiesFabricate and validate critical flight hardware, including mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, and flight Ground Support Equipment.Assist engineers in flight/prototype hardware manufacture/test infrastructure development and documentation.Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality assurance.Work with facilities and maintenance to ensure timely maintenance and repair of production equipment.Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to optimize manufacturing orders and ensure process instructions are understood.Essential SkillsElectro-mechanical skillsBlueprint readingSchematic interpretationProficiency with power toolsExperience in aerospace industryTroubleshooting abilitiesProduction and assembly skillsSoldering expertiseAdditional Skills & QualificationsCurrent Solder, Harnessing/Crimping certification to J or NASA-Standards.Ability to work from diagrams, drawings, and detailed procedures.Experience operating electrical and non-electrical manufacturing equipment.Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools, and air tools.Experience working with adhesives, chemical cleaners, coating materials, and other commonly used chemicals in manufacturing.Work EnvironmentWork in a clean room environment. Note that holiday or vacation benefits are not offered for contract employees at any level. This role involves working on the IROSA satellite for NASA. Benefits include a 401k plan, vacation weeks immediately after signing, an 8% yearly performance-based bonus, and full benefits.About Actalent Actalent 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.