• Engineering
• Engineering Technician 2

•

El Segundo, CA Posted:

10/1/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 225456

Job Category:

Engineering Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

• PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician 2, in El Segundo, CA. Job ID#225456

• Pay Rate:

  $54 - $59/hr

• Job Description:

• Provide check-out, integration, assembly, and test support for prototype weapon Systems incorporating electro-mechanical, power electronics, processors, sensors (passive and active), and rocket-powered effectors.

Execute instructions including drawings and electrical schematics, build planning, work orders, and test procedures. Support development of End-Item Data Package through collection and storage of data (e.g., build data, digital stills, handwritten records). Adhere to work safety practices for Electro-Static Discharge sensitive hardware, high power (high voltage) electronics, and clean-room (Class 10,000) processes. Adhere to protocols for handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and SECRET information. Participate in the System Demonstration for the DoD to be conducted at a Government Facility including on-site assembly, check-out, and live-fire testing. Basic Qualifications for Engineering Technician 2- Work experience in assembly and integration military and/or aerospace weapon systems. Work experience in fabrication and check-out of electrical cable and harness. Work experience handling basic lab equipment (e.g., o-scope, multi-meter, power supply). Active DoD SECRET clearance. Willingness to travel up to 20%. Preferred Qualifications for Engineering Technician 2- Work experience in assembly, integration and check-out of weapon systems including precision servo-driven mechanisms, missiles, or gun launched systems. Work experience in handling energetic materials (1.1A safety hazard class materials). Basic machining knowledge (operation of mill and lathe). Active

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clearance. Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance:

Secret Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

• VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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