Manufacturing Sub Assembly Technician
Moog · Torrance, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Moog (aerospace & defense) in Torrance, CA. You will.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- Machining
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · relocation help
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How this role compares
Against 77 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $85k–$123k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- CNC 42%
- Tooling 41%
- ✓ Machining 38%
- Team leadership 37%
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This plant: Moog in Torrance
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Full description from MoogAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Job Title
Manufacturing Sub Assembly Technician
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Reporting To
Leader, Performance
Work Schedule
Onsite – Torrance, CA Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is a global leader in designing primary and secondary flight control actuation systems (FCAS) for military aircraft. We design and integrate FCAS systems for cutting edge aircraft like the F-35 Lightning II and the V280 Valor next generation tiltrotor Aircraft. Headquartered in East Aurora, NY, Moog employs 14,000 employees in 20+ countries. Working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life, inside and outside of work.
Our team at Moog’s Military Aircraft Group is looking for a Manufacturing Sub Assembly Technician on 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm) to join them. You will report to our Performance Leader and will have an onsite work schedule in Torrance, CA.
You will perform precision mechanical assembly and fabrication operations in support of aerospace component manufacturing. You are responsible for installing bushings and threaded inserts, matched-hole drilling, chemical etching preparation, mechanical assembly, and operating a variety of conventional manufacturing equipment. You work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications to produce high-quality aerospace hardware while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
To be considered for this role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:
- •High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- •Minimum 2 years or more of Assembly experience (mechanical, hydraulic, electromechanical or electronic)
- •Assembly and/or conventional machining experience in the Aerospace industry
- •Experience performing precision assembly and test of hydraulic, mechanical and electromechanical flight actuators
- •Experience with precision measuring equipment such as dial indicators, calipers and micrometers
- •Experience with diagnosing/troubleshooting mechanical components and test failures
- •Basic computer program skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook)
- •Possess or be able to obtain Security Clearance
As a Manufacturing Sub Assembly Technician, you will
- •Install and size aerospace bushings, bearings, sleeves, and related hardware to engineering requirements.
- •Install and inspect helicoils and other threaded inserts per aerospace specifications.
- •Perform matched-hole drilling and reaming operations to ensure proper alignment and fit of mating components.
- •Execute precision assembly of subassemblies using fasteners, rivets, bushings, pins, and associated hardware.
- •Prepare components for chemical etching and perform chem-etch operations in accordance with approved manufacturing procedures.
- •Operate arbor presses and hydraulic presses for installation, removal, and fitting of aerospace components.
- •Set up and operate conventional milling machines, drill presses, and related machine shop equipment.
- •Perform drilling, countersinking, counterboring, reaming, deburring, and other fabrication processes.
- •Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, process sheets, and work instructions.
- •Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, depth gauges, and pin gauges.
- •Conduct in-process inspections to ensure compliance with quality and engineering requirements.
- •Maintain accurate production records and complete required manufacturing documentation.
- •Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
- •Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- •Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Production personnel to resolve technical and production issues.
How We Care for You
- •Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities , matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- •Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
- •Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
- •Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development, and other personal growth programs
- •Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all
