Entry-Level Shop Technician – Aerospace

Job Description

Entry-Level Shop Technician – Aerospace | GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an early career position at GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc., located in Chatsworth, CA. GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. supports high-impact government missions by delivering people performance solutions to critical agencies like the Air Force, Army, and NASA. This role contributes directly to these missions by supporting the fabrication, assembly, testing, and maintenance of high-reliability tubing and piping systems for aerospace applications. This position offers significant on-the-job training and a clear path for skill development within aerospace manufacturing and field support.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Chatsworth, CA (In-person)

• Team: Works under the guidance of senior technicians and the engineering team.
• Mission: To support the fabrication, assembly, testing, and maintenance of tubing and piping systems for aerospace applications.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), calipers, micrometers, pressure gauges

What You’ll Actually Do
• Fabricate: Fabricate, bend, assemble, and install various tubing and piping systems using hand tools, fixtures, and basic shop equipment under supervision.
• Test: Support pressure testing operations, including setup, execution, monitoring, and documentation of hydrostatic or pneumatic tests.
• Support: Assist with field work preparation and on-site support as needed, encompassing packing, loading, and basic installation/troubleshooting activities.
• Organize: Maintain shop organization by implementing quality control systems for tool calibration, equipment, inventory tracking, and general housekeeping.
• Collaborate: Collaborate with engineers and senior technicians on prototype builds, fit checks, modifications, and continuous improvement efforts.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High school diploma or equivalent required. This role focuses almost exclusively on hands-on shop-floor activities supporting aerospace applications.
• Experience: No specific years of experience required; must demonstrate a willingness and ability to quickly learn tube fabrication techniques, pressure testing, and shop best practices.
• Skills: Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for documentation and communication; strong attention to detail, reliability, and eagerness to learn in a team setting; excellent safety awareness and commitment to quality.
• Bonus: Associate degree or certificate in a technical field (e.g., manufacturing, welding, machining, or aerospace technology); U.S. Person status may be required for ITAR compliance; available to travel approximately 25% of the time.