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Deburr Technician

RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands-on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission-critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals.

Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands-on ownership and real visibility you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer.

At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

How You'll Make an Impact:

The Deburr Technician removes burrs and sharp edges from precision metal components to meet blueprint, engineering, and quality specifications. This role supports production quality, safety, and efficiency through proper finishing techniques, inspection, and continuous improvement practices.

What you'll be doing as a Deburr Technician:

• Working a full-time, onsite position at our Chatsworth, CA location. This position includes a shift differential of $2.00/hr.
• Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and specifications to determine deburr requirements.
• Remove burrs and break edges using grinding wheels, Scotch-Brite wheels, deburring knives, pneumatic tools, and drill presses.
• Perform precision deburring on parts ranging from simple components to complex geometries with tight tolerances.
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.
• Troubleshoot deburring challenges and recommend corrective actions to maintain quality and flow.
• Communicate part status, quality concerns, and production issues to supervisors and team members.
• Perform routine maintenance of tools and work area; replace worn or defective tooling.
• Support audits, nonconformance resolution, and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training and mentoring team members as needed.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain safe work practices and contribute to a clean and organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Experience in deburring, precision finishing, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Proficiency using hand tools, deburring equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining focus on repetitive tasks.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform measurements and calculations.
• Ability to follow safety requirements and use appropriate PPE.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or quality management systems.
• Experience supporting process improvements or Lean initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Choice of medical plan options, including a no-cost employee-only coverage plan
• HSA-eligible health plan with employer contributions
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
• Shift differentials for applicable off-shifts
• Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance

The Deburr Technician Compensation range for onsite California applicants is $20 24 per hour commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required.

RTCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.