{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f59778af80fdd8246bf1870b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f59778af80fdd8246bf1870b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f59778af80fdd8246bf1870b","title":"Electro-Mechanical Technical Operator","description":"Master the Technology Behind Flight: Join the Aerospace Team as an Electro-Mechanical Technical Operator\n\nLocation: Tucson, AZ | Schedule: 2nd Shift - Mon-Fri - 2PM - 10:30PM\n\n*Train on first shift for 30-60 days @$23/hour - $2 shift differential once transfer to 2nd shift*\n\nPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to find an exceptional Electro-Mechanical Technical Operator who thrives where advanced electronics, precision craftsmanship, and hands-on problem-solving meet.\n\nIf you can open a complex schematic, trace a signal across a circuit board, identify a failed component, and understand why it failed—not simply that it failed—you could be the technical expert we're looking for.\n\nIn this role, you'll help repair, overhaul, test, and return critical aircraft electronic and electro-mechanical equipment to service. You'll work at the component level, tackle legacy systems that demand deep technical expertise, and serve as a go-to resource for engineering and production teams.\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nTroubleshoot to the component level: Perform advanced fault analysis and debugging on Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), chassis, wiring, connectors, and box-level assemblies.\n\nTrace and diagnose circuits: Follow circuit paths and signals through complex electronics and identify faulty components—including resistors, inductors, and capacitors—under varying environmental conditions.\n\nRepair and overhaul aviation equipment: Diagnose, test, modify, and repair aircraft electronic and electro-mechanical devices in support of an FAA Repair Station and applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nSupport production and engineering: Troubleshoot test beds and test-stand setups, collect and analyze test data, gather performance metrics, and help reduce cycle times and manufacturing bottlenecks.\n\nSupport inspection processes: Contribute to automated visual inspection activities and help identify opportunities to improve quality and efficiency.\n\nBe a technical resource: Serve as a subject matter expert for advanced troubleshooting, repair, and soldering activities.\n\nTrain and mentor others: Develop training programs, create practical work instructions, provide functional guidance, and share your technical expertise with operators.\n\nDeliver precision soldering: Perform and support advanced soldering work while maintaining rigorous quality and workmanship standards.\n\nWhat You Bring\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\n5–10 years of relevant technical or manufacturing experience.\n\n4+ years of advanced, component-level troubleshooting experience.\n\nDemonstrated ability to read and interpret complex electronic schematics.\n\nStrong understanding of circuit operation and the ability to trace signals and circuit paths to isolate failures.\n\nHands-on experience troubleshooting CCAs and electronic assemblies at the component level.\n\nStrong soldering skills and the ability to successfully obtain required J-Standard and IPC certifications. Training and certification courses are provided in-house.\n\nAbility to pass rigorous soldering qualifications and demonstrate a solid understanding of SMT processing.\n\nAbility to interpret technical specifications and accurately red-line technical documentation.\n\nStrong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and documentation-control systems.\n\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly when partnering with engineering and production teams.\n\nBachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics), or equivalent hands-on technical experience.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience repairing, testing, or overhauling aircraft electronic or electro-mechanical equipment.\n\nExperience working in an FAA Repair Station or similarly regulated aerospace environment.\n\nExperience with legacy aerospace electronics and electro-mechanical systems.\n\nExperience developing work instructions or technical training programs.\n\nExperience mentoring technicians or operators.\n\nAdvanced soldering and SMT rework experience.\n\nExperience troubleshooting manufacturing test equipment, test beds, or test stands.\n\nExperience identifying process improvements, reducing cycle times, or resolving manufacturing bottlenecks.\n\nThe Environment\n\nThis is a hands-on role in a dynamic manufacturing environment where precision matters. You'll work around machinery, ambient noise, and varying temperatures while maintaining strict health and safety standards.\n\nThe position requires:\n\nPrecise manual dexterity and strong hand/eye coordination.\n\nSustained visual focus for detailed soldering, inspection, troubleshooting, and documentation.\n\nThe ability to perform occasional light to heavy physical tasks, including moving materials and lifting objects, in accordance with established safety procedures.\n\nReady to Put Your Expertise to Work?\n\nIf you're a hands-on electronics expert who loves solving problems others can't, PDS Tech Commercial wants to hear from you.\n\nApply today for the Electro-Mechanical Technical Operator position and bring your component-level troubleshooting expertise to the aerospace industry.\n\nThis position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.\n\nPay Details: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour\n\nBenefit 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.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\n\nMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply\n\nTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy\n\nThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:\n\nThe California Fair Chance Act\nLos Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance\nLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance\n\nMassachusetts Candidates Only: 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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You'll work at the component level, tackle legacy systems that demand deep technical expertise, and serve as a go-to resource for engineering and production teams.\n\nWhat You'll Do\n\nTroubleshoot to the component level: Perform advanced fault analysis and debugging on Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), chassis, wiring, connectors, and box-level assemblies.\n\nTrace and diagnose circuits: Follow circuit paths and signals through complex electronics and identify faulty components—including resistors, inductors, and capacitors—under varying environmental conditions.\n\nRepair and overhaul aviation equipment: Diagnose, test, modify, and repair aircraft electronic and electro-mechanical devices in support of an FAA Repair Station and applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nSupport production and engineering: Troubleshoot test beds and test-stand setups, collect and analyze test data, gather performance metrics, and help reduce cycle times and manufacturing bottlenecks.\n\nSupport inspection processes: Contribute to automated visual inspection activities and help identify opportunities to improve quality and efficiency.\n\nBe a technical resource: Serve as a subject matter expert for advanced troubleshooting, repair, and soldering activities.\n\nTrain and mentor others: Develop training programs, create practical work instructions, provide functional guidance, and share your technical expertise with operators.\n\nDeliver precision soldering: Perform and support advanced soldering work while maintaining rigorous quality and workmanship standards.\n\nWhat You Bring\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\n5–10 years of relevant technical or manufacturing experience.\n\n4+ years of advanced, component-level troubleshooting experience.\n\nDemonstrated ability to read and interpret complex electronic schematics.\n\nStrong understanding of circuit operation and the ability to trace signals and circuit paths to isolate failures.\n\nHands-on experience troubleshooting CCAs and electronic assemblies at the component level.\n\nStrong soldering skills and the ability to successfully obtain required J-Standard and IPC certifications. 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You'll work around machinery, ambient noise, and varying temperatures while maintaining strict health and safety standards.\n\nThe position requires:\n\nPrecise manual dexterity and strong hand/eye coordination.\n\nSustained visual focus for detailed soldering, inspection, troubleshooting, and documentation.\n\nThe ability to perform occasional light to heavy physical tasks, including moving materials and lifting objects, in accordance with established safety procedures.\n\nReady to Put Your Expertise to Work?\n\nIf you're a hands-on electronics expert who loves solving problems others can't, PDS Tech Commercial wants to hear from you.\n\nApply today for the Electro-Mechanical Technical Operator position and bring your component-level troubleshooting expertise to the aerospace industry.\n\nThis position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.\n\nPay Details: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour\n\nBenefit 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.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\n\nMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply\n\nTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy\n\nThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:\n\nThe California Fair Chance Act\nLos Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance\nLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers\nSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance\n\nMassachusetts Candidates Only: 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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