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Manufacturing Soft Goods Technician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Tucson, AZ - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 20 - 25
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
$20 - $25 an hour
Manufacturing Soft GoodsTechnician
Industrial Sewing
Onsite in Tucson AZ
Company Overview
World View is a next-generation intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) provider delivering integrated multi-domain solutions across air stratosphere and space. By unifying tactical UAVs high-altitude platforms fixed-wingaircraft and low-Earth orbit satellites under a single operational and technological framework the company enables seamless data fusion and real-time decision-making.
Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning World View empowers defense intelligence and commercial customers to gain clarity act with speed andoperatewith confidence in complex environments.
Job Description
This role provides hands-on manufacturing support for soft goodsleveragingexperience with textiles fabrics and production materials. Supports full lifecycle from R&D to production with test setup as needed.
Role Responsibilities
-Assistin the development documentation and verification of soft goods manufacturing processes.
-Fabricate assemble and test soft goods prototypes and production hardware.
-Oversee and support softgoodsfabrication and assembly activities in a production environment.
-Provide backup support to Manufacturing Engineering as needed.
-Diagnose product and process issues clearly documenting and communicating findings.
-Perform quality inspections and verification through final product acceptance.
-Create patterns from existing components and/or engineering drawings and specifications.
-Build and assemble flight train components including ladders parachute sleeves andStratocraftassemblies.
-Support load testing activities for flight train systems.
-Provide hands-on support tobuildacross multiple work cells asrequired.
-Collaborate cross-functionally withengineering quality and production teams to meet schedule and production goals.
-Participate in continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives to improve efficiency and quality.
-Safely lift and move objects up to 40lbs. regularly bend stoop and perform other physical tasks associated with manufacturing work.
Qualifications
-Minimum 1 year of experienceoperatingindustrial sewing machines; experience in aerospace aviation automotive or marine environments preferred.
-Experience working in Foreign Object Damage (FOD)controlled environments.
-Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and work instructions.
-Basic technical skills in soft goods fabrication repair and assembly with the ability to work with limited supervision.
-Ability toidentifyquality issues and report nonconforming parts to a supervisor.
-Mechanical aptitude with experience repairing refurbishing ormodifyingsoft goods components.
-Basic math skills for measurements calculations and inventory tracking.
-Comfortable using computers for data entry manufacturing systems and recordkeeping.
-Flexible and adaptable to changing production needs; willing to learn new processes and tools.
-Timemanagement skills and ability to meet production deadlines.
-Clear communication skills and ability to work well with supervisors and teammates.
-Knowledge of workplace safety practices including OSHA guidelines and proper use of PPE.
-Experience with sewing textiles webbing heat sealing and use of fabrication tools.
Bonus Points
-Experience working with stratospheric balloon systems or high-altitude flight hardware.
-Hands-on experience with sewing heat sealing and/or ultrasonic sealing processes.
-Experienceoperatingor supporting automated manufacturing systems.
-Parachute rigger experience or equivalent hands-on rigging background.
What We Offer
Youlljoin a global supportive and growing team where your ideas will be heard and your work will make a real difference. We care about doing things the right way balancing structure with flexibility and professionalism with personality. Togetherwerebuilding a people function thats forward thinking collaborative and built to scale.
Youllwork side by side with experts inemergingtechnology gaining exposure tocutting edgeideas and projects that are shaping the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance because we believe in taking care of you as a person not just a team member.
Our modern office is designed to keep you inspired and energized with a fully stocked kitchen on-site exercise area and stunning views that make every day brighter!
We believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives and every voice is heard. Our commitment to all team members is built upon five core cultural pillars: Engage Lean In Create Care and Own. Together these pillars form the foundation of our employee experience while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and sustainable practices.
Some Final Notes
Pleasenote thatthis job description is not designed tocontaina comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race sex age handicap religion nationaloriginor any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiringtransferringand promotion practices areperformed withoutregard tothe above-mentioned items.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
World View sets the standard for stratospheric exploration via high-altitude balloons. Offering remote sensing, C4ISR and asset monitoring via stratospheric balloons, along with future space tourism and research and education offerings.
