Senior R&D Technician - Mechanisms (Aerospace)

Location: Torrance, California, United States; onsite role with outdoor work and movement throughout the facility.

Company

Develops and delivers advanced aerospace defense systems and vehicle components.

What you will do

• Execute complex aerospace mechanism assembly builds supporting flight and development activities.
• Transition mechanism build processes from development into production-ready workflows.
• Help develop tooling, infrastructure, and production areas for assembly at scale.
• Troubleshoot development-build issues and implement corrective actions.
• Set up and perform testing to characterize, accept, qualify, and functionally verify flight mechanisms.
• Perform basic rework on manual mills and lathes and maintain shop equipment calibration.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical experience in aerospace or automotive testing, complex mechanical-system maintenance, or electromechanical fabrication and assembly.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 75 lbs, walk on uneven terrain, climb ladders, and work outdoors in hot and cold climates.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, controlled documentation, assembly procedures, and parts lists.
• Ability to mentor technicians and engineers on manufacturing-process best practices.
• Access to export-controlled information may require U.S. Government authorization, security clearance, or other eligibility requirements.

Nice to have

• 6+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience focused on electromechanical mechanisms or complex mechanical assemblies.
• Associate degree or A&P License.
• Experience with MES software.
• High proficiency with lathes and 3-axis mills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Early-stage environment with significant ownership and direct impact on the company mission.
• Collaboration with a cross-functional aerospace team.
• Generous benefits package.
• Equal-opportunity workplace with reasonable accommodations available throughout the application and hiring process.