Senior Machine Maintenance Technician

About PCX Aerosystems:

PCX Aerosystems is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, we develop, manufacture and support a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as Commercial industries.

Headquartered in Santa Ana, California we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on Integral Aerospace, please visit our website at https://pcxaero.com/careers/

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician with a strong background in industrial automation, machine troubleshooting, and PLC control systems to support production-critical equipment. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technician with extensive experience in diagnosing and repairing issues on Siemens, Fanuc, and Allen-Bradley controllers, down to the board and component level.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC and other automated machinery with PLC-controlled systems.

Diagnose and resolve faults in Siemens, Fanuc, and Allen-Bradley controller systems.

Perform board-level diagnostics using multimeters, oscilloscopes, or other electronic test equipment.

Interpret electrical schematics, PLC ladder logic, and control system diagrams.

Assist in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for recurring equipment failures.

Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance activities on critical manufacturing equipment.

Support production teams by minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability.

Document repairs, adjustments, and modifications accurately in the CMMS system.

Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and production teams.

Knowledge of electrical schematics, blueprints, and control diagrams

Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.

Technical diploma or associate's degree in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field or equivalence

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work overtime as required by Company

Recommend improved work methods and procedures, assist in training employs

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Must adhere to all OSHA and EHS policies and all related procedures

Perform related work as required

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have basic computer skills, MS Office program, and have ability to enter data in various software systems.

Pay Range - $36.00 to $50.00 per hour, depending on experience

Desired Characteristics

Strong communication skills

Ability to analyze, rebuild, repair NC machinery and other types of equipment's

Excellent customer service to co-workers, customers, and vendors

Works collaboratively and respects all others

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Fanuc certified

Siemens certified

AS100

Training with Mori Seiki, Makino, Cincinnati Milacron, OKK, SNK and Kuraki Machines

Physical Demands

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 must be able to stand at least 6 to 8 hours a day. Must be able to work with their hands, arms and be extremely accurate. Must be able to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on a regular basis. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to wear a respirator.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving high speed machinery and mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. outside weather conditions, machine oils, metal fillings, acetone, paints, solvents, grease, cutting fluids, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock or vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

This employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus 5+ years of experience in industrial or aerospace maintenance or automation support.

Strong technical expertise in troubleshooting Siemens, Fanuc, and Allen-Bradley PLCs.

Proficient with ladder logic, control system wiring, and board-level diagnostics.

Experience working with CNC machines, robotic systems, and industrial automation platforms.

Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.

Technical diploma or associate's degree in Electronics, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Working knowledge of materials and supplies used in machining center equipment and building maintenance.

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