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Overview

The Marvin Group is a leading defense contractor involved in the development and manufacturing of military aerospace systems and vehicles. They are seeking a Mechanical Technician III to join their Product Development team, responsible for the installation, repair, diagnostics, and testing of military automotive Environmental Control Systems and Auxiliary Power Units.

Responsibilities

  • Install and test automotive air conditioning systems
  • Mechanical assembly, integration and testing of Auxiliary Power Units
  • Trouble-shoot air conditioning systems & diesel engines and generators for malfunctions and diagnose problems
  • Perform verification and acceptance testing on development and production assemblies

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience working in machine shops or assembly shops, preferably with a Defense contractor
  • H.S. Diploma or GED is required
  • Working knowledge of engines, generators and related components
  • Must be able to read and understand drawings and specifications
  • Self-motivated and can work with little supervision
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic a plus
  • Basic computer skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong work ethic and team player
  • Must be able to speak/read/write English
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Additional Information

  • This position must meet export control compliance requirements.
  • All applicants must be 'U.S. persons' as defined by ITAR.
  • Interested parties please apply online and submit resume.
  • The Marvin Group is an EEO/Disability/Vets Employer.
  • Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.
  • If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, you may contact People & Culture.
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Pay in context

At roughly $33/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $35/hr median for welding jobs across California, whose middle half runs $28–$48/hr across 450 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 42% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

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