Gauge Technician

PCX Aerostructures, LLC
United States, Connecticut, Manchester
Jun 14, 2025
Title Gauge Technician About the Organization PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense-focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed-wing and rotorcraft programs. Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on PCX Aerosystems, please visit our website at www.pcxaero.com. Company Overview PCX Aerosystems currently has operations in Long Beach and Santa Ana, CA; Boylston, MA; and Newington, Enfield and Manchester CT. Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization. Our workforce includes Associates in a wide variety of disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance and Human Resources. The PCX Aerosystems teams seek to safely deliver on our customers' toughest requirements, while living our values, every day. We are a company that embraces diversity. EOE Statement PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer. Description The Gauge Technician position is responsible for gauge setup and the maintenance of gauge control process. Responsibilities: * Setup and recall of all gauges and fixtures that require verification or calibration at specific intervals. * Collaborate with various departments to assess current in-house and external supplier gauging needs for Manufacturing or Inspection. * Generate purchase requisitions for new or replacement gauges. * Responsible for the issuance of gauges and the timely updating of gauge status and assigned locations in gauge control software. * Establish and track calibration intervals, monitoring gauges due for calibration, overdue gauges, and lost/missing gauges. Also responsible to work with Engineering to identify gauging needs for new products or processes. * Generate monthly recall reports and distribute to manufacturing areas. Work with Manufacturing to improve gauge recall performance. * Set and verify gauges to documented procedures and/or manufacturer's recommendations to assure conformance to applicable specifications. * Train associates in the use of gauges, when required. * Actively participate in training operators using heat-treating and NDT processes. * Maintain a Clean and Safe Working Environment. Assess and implement potential improvements of methods to assure safe working conditions. * Perform tasks as assigned by Supervisor. Physical Requirements: * Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time. * Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement. * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Moderate twisting and bending. * Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms Unusual Environmental Conditions: * Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants, and chemicals. Required Personal Protective Equipment: * Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, or hearing protection may be required or other protective equipment as needed. Qualifications: * US Citizen * High School graduate or equivalent * Minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience * 3 to 5 years of gauge control experience * Drawing Interpretation Skills * Gauge setting or gauge set-up experience * Good understanding of ISO1000012-1 / AS9100 industry or customer calibration requirements * Good computer skills (excel, word, powerpoint, GAGEpack) * Solid industrial mathematics knowledge Position Requirements Shift First Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location PCX Aerosystems, Manchester Category Quality Control Req Number QUA-25-00015 Position Gauge Technician / Part Marker Close Date Post Internal Days 0 Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Hiring Manager(s) Lisa Czaja This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now