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Manufacturing Tech III

BAE Systems · Nashua, NH

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Base pay
$57k–$92k
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at BAE Systems (aerospace & defense) in Nashua, NH. Assemble and test complex electromechanical systems, including sub-assemblies and final products.

They ask for
5+ years
Tools it names
Lean, 5S, SPC, FMEA
Base pay
$57k–$92k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in New Hampshire: typical posted base $57k–$92k. This one lists $57k–$92k.

Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 21 manufacturing technician openings in New Hampshire, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 20 other live manufacturing postings in New Hampshire.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 71%
  • FDA / GMP 57%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 43%
  • ✓ Lean 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for SPC, FMEA, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician to join our Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) factory team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the assembly and testing of complex mechanical systems, ensuring high-quality products that meet customer requirements. The Manufacturing Technician will work in a cleanroom environment, adhering to strict cleanliness and safety protocols.

This position is available for a 1st shift schedule and is based out of Nashua, NH (NHQ). The work schedule is a 4/10- Monday-Thursday & the hours are 5am-3:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Assemble and test complex electromechanical systems, including sub-assemblies and final products
  • ◆Sub-assemblies may include wire bonding
  • ◆Operate and maintain cleanroom equipment, including workstations, tools, and test equipment
  • ◆Follow strict cleanliness and safety protocols to maintain a cleanroom environment
  • ◆Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality
  • ◆Troubleshoot and resolve assembly-related issues and defects
  • ◆Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize assembly processes and reduce defects
  • ◆Maintain accurate records and documentation of assembly activities, including work orders, test results, and quality control data

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • ✓H.S. Diploma or GED
  • ✓Experience with wire bonding and/or module assembly
  • ✓Experience with cleanroom equipment, including workstations, tools, and test equipment
  • ✓Knowledge of quality control principles and procedures, including Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
  • ✓Experience with lean manufacturing tools, including 5S and visual management
  • ✓Familiarity with cleanroom protocols and procedures, including gowning, cleaning, and sanitizing

Pay Information

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

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Job Description Join our team and start with a $5,000 sign-on bonus—available for both new hires and returning talent!

Current employees can earn a $5,000 bonus for every successful hire they refer to the company!

Full-time onsite

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full- time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • •3-5+yrs work experience in Manufacturing or similar
  • •Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
  • •Ability to possess and handle energetics
  • •Experience working with large, complex builds
  • •Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
  • •Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • •Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail and quality
  • •Ability to read and interpret work instructions and mechanical drawings

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