Production Technician II

Company: GAL AeroStaff
Location: Petaluma
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing is a company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions the aviation and aerospace industry. In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits programs and policies to better meet present and future requirements. Summary The primary responsibility of the Production Technician II will be to test/assemble Small Unmanned Arial System products in our manufacturing facility following released engineering drawings and assembly instructions using our work order system. Position Responsibilities •Primary duty is the mechanical assembly of subassemblies using small hand and/or power tools. Some soldering may be required •Final assembly of ground control equipment and air vehicles •Testing and troubleshooting of subassemblies and final assemblies •Works with other Production Technicians and Engineering to correct and improve upon any documents related to the assembly process at the required high quality standard •Works with manufacturing engineers to improve assembly efficiency, improve product quality, reduce manufacturing costs and validate released assembly/ fabrication documentation •Responsible for ensuring that work order protocols are followed and that work order paperwork is completed as the work is performed •May also train other technicians to build a product or follow an established assembly process •May conduct in-process quality checks to ensure that items built are to established high quality standards •Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignments •Maintains a clean and safe work environment •Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) •High School diploma or GED equivalent is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience •Minimum of 1 – 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in either electronics or electro-mechanical assembly and test or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience •Experience with hand tools, including crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools and air tools is required •Ability to read blueprints and schematics is desired •Ability to solder as part of assembly function and duties •Must have good manual dexterity and basic computer operation skills •Must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the Company •Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail with ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies •Vocational training in Electronics or Solder Certification is preferred •Versed in Lean Manufacturing methodologies is desired •Familiarity with Safety and ESD practices is desired •Work with engineering on new product development efforts where documentation and assembly instructions are not yet finalized •Applies acquired job skills, company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks under minimal supervision •Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties •Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives •Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products •Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company •Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests Physical Demands •Ability to work in a manufacturing environment •Ability to frequently use hand tools (e.g. clamps) using light, minimal force •Regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand for short periods •Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbs •Frequently required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and balance •Occasionally required to walk •Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

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