Launch Your Career in Aerospace Innovation: Become a Microelectronic Technician at PDS Tech Commercial

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (6-Month Contract)
Pay Rate: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour
Shifts Available:

• 1st Shift (Mon–Thurs, 4/10): 4:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• 2nd Shift (Mon–Thurs, 4/10): 2:30 PM – 1:30 AM

• 1st Shift (Fri–Sun, 3/10): 4:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  
  This 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.    

Build the Future, One Microchip at a Time

At PDS Tech Commercial, we’re partnering with a global leader in aerospace and defense, to find a highly skilled Microelectronic Technician. In this role, you'll be part of a team creating the semiconductors that enable groundbreaking technologies—from space systems to national security platforms. Your work will power the next generation of innovation.

What You’ll Do

As a Microelectronic Technician in a semiconductor fab, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating and maintaining advanced semiconductor equipment such as photolithography, etch, deposition, and metrology tools

• Handling wafers with precision and logging all activities accurately

• Performing startups, calibrations, and routine maintenance of tools

• Troubleshooting process deviations and working with engineers on improvements

• Following strict cleanroom protocols and safety standards

• Supporting continuous improvement and process optimization efforts

• Collaborating across teams to drive quality and efficiency in every fabrication step

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Comfortable with computers (Microsoft Office proficiency)

• Ability to work in a cleanroom (gowning required) and handle delicate components

• Physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 25 lbs

• Flexibility to work night or weekend shifts as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a FOD-controlled or cleanroom environment

• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• Associate degree or technical training in Electronics or related discipline

• Experience with wet and dry semiconductor processes

• Background in R&D or low-volume, high-mix prototyping

• Understanding of semiconductor process flows from front-end to back-end

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of something bigger. You’ll contribute to some of the most exciting and mission-critical technologies in aerospace. You’ll gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment, benefit from a culture of innovation, and have the opportunity to work on real-world challenges that shape the future.

Perks of the Position:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Flexible 3-day or 4-day workweek schedules

• Exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor technology

• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment

Apply Now—Take Your Career to New Heights

Ready to be part of a team that’s defining what’s possible in aerospace and defense? Don’t wait. Apply today to become a Microelectronic Technician with PDS Tech Commercial and join the legacy of excellence.

Let’s build the future—together.

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