Precision Meets Purpose: Cable & Harness Technician Opportunity in Advanced Aerospace Manufacturing

Role Overview

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled Cable and Harness Technician to support a leading aerospace innovator, at its Gilbert Manufacturing Center in Gilbert, Arizona. In this full-time, 6-month consulting role, you will play a critical part in building the cable and harness systems that power next-generation aerospace and defense technologies—products designed to perform flawlessly in orbit and beyond.

This is a 2nd shift, 9/80 schedule position (3:00 PM – 12:30 AM, Monday–Friday) offering $56.12/hour, ideal for experienced technicians who take pride in precision, quality, and hands-on technical excellence.

What You’ll Do

As a Cable and Harness Technician, you will be responsible for the manufacturing and assembly of complex cable and wire harness systems that are essential to mission success.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Manufacturing cable and wire harness assemblies with accuracy and consistency
• Reading and interpreting work instructions, schematics, wire lists, and engineering drawings
• Ensuring all work complies with ISO procedures, operation sheets, and quality standards
• Maintaining strict attention to detail to ensure product completeness and reliability
• Performing ESD-safe assembly practices and precision crimping operations
• Communicating regularly with shop leads and management regarding production status and technical issues
• Supporting schedule adherence and production workflow requirements
• Upholding a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 5+ years of education and/or relevant experience in assembly, electronics, manufacturing, production, or logistics
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical assembly and wiring
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Experience with ESD procedures and crimping techniques
• Ability to obtain certification in IPC WHMA-A-620 (Cable and Wire Harness Assembly) and NASA-J-STD
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of a technical trade school
• Current certification in IPC WHMA-A-620 and/or NASA-J-STD or similar electronics workmanship certifications
• Experience using MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) for workflow, documentation, and sign-off processes

Why Join Us

Through PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact aerospace programs in partnership with industry leaders.

You’ll be part of a manufacturing environment where precision and innovation drive everything we do. This role offers:

• Competitive pay at $56.12/hour
• A structured 9/80 schedule for better work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on advanced aerospace and defense technologies
• Hands-on experience in a highly regulated, quality-driven manufacturing environment
• Exposure to industry-leading standards and certification pathways
• A culture focused on craftsmanship, accountability, and continuous improvement

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled professionals with opportunities that build careers and power innovation.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced cable and harness technician ready to take your skills to the next level in aerospace manufacturing, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join a team building technology that goes beyond Earth—and beyond expectations.

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.                                               
 

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