Manufacturing Technician

PGS Worldwide is seeking a Manufacturing Technician in Mesa, AZ for a 6 month contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company. This role performs manufacturing operations supporting gun system assemblies, including subassemblies and top-level builds, rework, and quality testing. You will work with engineers on setup and calibration tasks, operate industrial equipment as needed, follow detailed procedures, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED

• 2 years of experience working on manufacturing assemblies

• U.S. citizenship

• Ability to interpret blueprints

• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and work instructions and collect/record data as required

• High attention to detail and ability to multi-task

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 40 lbs

• Ability to obtain coverage under the Safe Explosives Act as an employee possessor/responsible person upon starting (as stated)

• Ability to work Mon–Thu 5:00 AM–3:30 PM (4/10) and work overtime and some weekends as needed

Preferred Skills

• Mechanical aptitude/mechanical background

• Experience reading prints

• Experience with Costpoint, MES, or similar programs

What You’ll Do

• Perform assembly operations of gun systems in a team or individual environment

• Assemble subassemblies and top-level assemblies for gun systems

• Support engineers with setup and calibration tasks

• Conduct rework and quality testing as required

• Operate industrial equipment such as cranes and forklifts as needed

• Use precision measuring equipment to verify positioning during bonding operations

• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and follow established procedures

• Participate in team activities supporting safety, quality, cost, and schedule improvements

Work Schedule / Shift

• Mon–Thu 5:00 AM–3:30 PM (4/10), with overtime and some weekends as needed

Job

“Military veterans and transitioning military members are encouraged to apply to all PGS Worldwide positions. All of our jobs are military-friendly, and we work with leaders in Aerospace who rely on your military expertise to support mission-critical programs nationwide. As a Veteran Founded company, we know that the military has given you the skills and training you need to succeed in positions like this, and we want to support your success in the civilian sector however we can.

We thank you for your service and humbly offer our own in return by helping you take your career to the next level."