Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Company: Custom Control Sensors, LLC

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employee Type: Full Time Non-Exempt

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Type: Engineering Technician

Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in Manufacturing Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.

Experience: Multi-years’ experience in Aerospace or related industry product testing; Experienced in the use of pressure gauges, manometers, dielectric and insulation resistance testers, pressure transducers, data acquisition systems, constant current supplies, various meters, thermocouples, humidity probes, thermal chambers and vibration testing; basic knowledge of electricity and electronics.

Company Overview

Custom Control Sensors, LLC (CCS) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing and supply of pressure, temperature and liquid flow switches and sensors for the Aerospace, Defense and Industrial markets. Since 1957, CCS has been providing high reliability electro-mechanical devices that utilize the "DUAL-SNAP" action disc spring principle pioneered by Custom Control Sensors.

CCS’ Airborne Division provides standard and custom switches, sensors and transducers to the aerospace, defense, commercial aviation and government markets. CCS also supplies original PMA parts for various Boeing, Airbus and business aviation aircraft.

CCS’ Industrial Division provides pressure and temperature switches, sensors and transmitters for process control of global oil & gas, petro-chemical, power generation, steel manufacturing, tire manufacturing, automotive, medical and various other industrial equipment.

CCS is an ISO 9001-2008 and AS 9100 certified company.

Industrial Product certifications include UL, CSA, ATEX, GOST, CCC and IECEx.

CCS is a growth-orientated company focused on building an energetic and vibrant work environment. We work to foster the interaction and collaboration between all associates at CCS, the connection with our customers and the opportunity for creativity. CCS is an established company with global resources offering individual opportunities to affect positive change. One person can make a great impact on our company’s success

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k with Match
• Employer funded Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays

Job Description:

• Support the manufacturing and testing of aerospace-grade pressure switches and transducers. Assist engineers in developing and maintaining robust assembly, calibration, and test processes. Perform hands-on technical work on production lines, help implement process improvements, and maintain compliance with industry standards (e.g., AS9100).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of manufacturing processes for pressure switches and transducers.
• Assemble, calibrate, and test electro-mechanical components using specialized tools and fixtures.
• Perform routine leak, pressure, and functional testing of components using calibrated instruments.

• Maintain accurate build records, calibration data, and test logs.
• Support the creation and revision of work instructions, process checklists, and assembly procedures.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, FAA, and internal quality system requirements during daily operations.
• Report and document non-conformances; assist with corrective actions and root cause investigations.

• Assist in designing, fabricating, or modifying jigs, fixtures, and test setups.
• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration checks on production tooling and test equipment.

• Provide feedback to engineers on manufacturability, ergonomic concerns, and production flow.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives (e.g., 5S, waste reduction, visual controls).
• Identify opportunities for improving yield, reducing cycle time, and increasing process stability.

Skills and Requirements:

• Applicant must be ITAR compliant.

• Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in Manufacturing Technology, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Experience: 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace or electromechanical assembly.
• Technical Skills:
  1. Experience with mechanical assembly and soldering (IPC-A-610/620 is a plus).
  2. Familiarity with pressure sensors, strain gauges, or transducers is strongly preferred.
  3. Ability to use hand tools, torque tools, calibration equipment, and multimeters.
  4. Comfortable reading engineering drawings, schematics, and process documentation.
• Software:
  1. Basic proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word).
  2. Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Soft Skills:
  1. Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
  2. Good communication and collaboration skills.
  3. Comfortable working in cleanroom or controlled environments.

• Experience working to AS9100, FAA, or DoD requirements.
• Familiarity with test automation, data logging, or simple scripting (e.g., LabVIEW, Python) is a bonus.
• Experience with lean tools (5S, Kaizen, standard work) and root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone).

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers to flex and extend fingers with opposition of thumb; palmar grasp, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, bend, stoop, reach, turn, twist, push, pull, and to move within all areas of the facilities and parking lots. A computer is used to access, input, and retrieve data. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

EEO M/F/D/V

Custom Control Sensors, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants for employment shall receive fair and equal treatment regardless of their race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, creed, sex/gender, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), medical condition including genetic information or characteristics (including those of family members), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. The policy not to discriminate includes, but is not limited to, advertising for positions, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, rates of pay, discipline and termination.