Assembly & Test Technician II, 1st shift

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Assembly & Test Technician II – 1st Shift

Leader, Performance

Onsite – Torrance, CA

Our team at Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is looking for an Assembler Technician II to join them on the 1st shift (6:00 am‑2:30 pm). You will report to the Assembly and Test Supervisor and will have an onsite work schedule in Torrance, CA.

Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting‑edge aircraft such as the F‑35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor next‑generation tiltrotor aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 20+ countries.

• High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written, and computer work instructions or training in English and perform basic arithmetic.
• Minimum 3 years of assembly experience (mechanical, hydraulic, electromechanical or electronic).
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification is a plus.
• FAA Safety Sensitive position; must meet FAA's drug and alcohol testing program requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Assembly experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience performing precision assembly and test of hydraulic, mechanical and electromechanical flight actuators.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment such as dial indicators, calipers and micrometers.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical components and test failures.
• Basic computer program skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Possess or be able to obtain Security Clearance.

• Perform precision assembly on complex production and repair actuators.
• Adjust or align through shimming and other means of mechanical adjustments specified by blueprint or other specification limits.
• Utilize a variety of mechanical measuring equipment such as dial indicators, calipers and micrometers to obtain proper assembly‑build requirements.
• Maintain dimensional accuracy on assemblies using torque wrenches, fixtures, tooling, gauges and other measuring devices. Required to work from assembly instructions, both written and oral.
• Perform various test operations on production or repair mechanical or hydraulic actuators using necessary equipment, fixtures and tools.
• Diagnose common test failures and recommend or perform rework to correct discrepancies.
• Hold problem units for engineering disposition.
• Ensure that units are set up and tested in conformance with current revision letters and bring any abnormal condition to the supervisor’s attention.
• Responsible for testing repair models for conformance to acceptance test procedures.
• Utilize mechanical or electronic measuring equipment and perform tests to validate the acceptance of the model to current test requirements.
• Order parts as necessary utilizing the RUR and WDS systems. Responsible for proper documentation of parts replaced and work performed on data sheets.

• Financial Rewards: competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, matching 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance: flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare: comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan and other supplemental benefits.
• Professional Skills Development: tuition assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Culture: warm, respectful, family‑like environment driven by 12 core values and multiple Employee Resource Groups led by employees.

Torrance, CA: $28.00–$36.00 per hour.

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog…