Assembly Operator / Production Associate

About the position PGS Worldwide is seeking Assembly Operators / Production Associates in McKinney, Texas for an approximately ten-month onsite contract-to-hire role supporting a leading aerospace & defense company. These positions will support manufacturing and production of advanced electronic and optical hardware in a cleanroom environment. Operators will perform mechanical assembly, soldering, bonding, precision fastening, inspection, and related production activities while working with circuit cards, machined housings, motors, mirrors, and optical assemblies. Responsibilities • Perform mechanical assembly of electronic, mechanical, and optical hardware. • Assemble components including machined housings, circuit cards, mirrors, motors, and optical assemblies. • Use hand tools, fasteners, and precision torque tools during assembly. • Perform soldering and bonding operations. • Work with wire sleeving and other detailed assembly materials. • Use chemicals and required personal protective equipment in a controlled manufacturing environment. • Inspect, repair, and support testing of electrical and mechanical systems. • Complete required production certifications. • Cross-train in multiple manufacturing areas. • Support daily production activities focused on cost, quality, and schedule performance. • Participate in continuous-improvement activities. • Maintain established cleanroom, safety, and production standards. Requirements • Minimum 2 years of work experience. • Experience working with minimal supervision. • Ability to read, understand, and follow technical instructions. • Ability to read and follow technical drawings and production process documentation. • Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform detailed assembly work. • Ability to use hand tools and production assembly equipment. • Ability to perform detailed hand manipulation involving wire sleeving, solder, and bonding materials. • Ability to work in a cleanroom manufacturing environment. • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for 8+ hours per day. • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. • Self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a production team. • U.S. citizenship required. Nice-to-haves • Ability to work weekends and/or overtime when required. Benefits • Pay: \$22.46 per hour.