Production Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Production/Manufacturing Technician with hands-on expertise in electro-mechanical assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical assembly tasks independently using schematics, drawings, verbal or written instructions.
• Assemble and test avionics components, including PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and integrated modules.
• Apply precision adhesives and bonding techniques.
• Provide real-time design and assembly feedback to Manufacturing and Quality teams, escalating and resolving build issues through proper channels.
• Follow detailed Manufacturing Process Instructions and strict safety procedures when building assemblies.
• Meet aggressive deadlines and flexibly shift priorities across multiple projects.
• Record and update data accurately.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical PCBA assembly experience.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, torque drivers, drills, and calipers.
• Ability to read and follow basic SOPs and non-technical instructions.
• Experience with cable and harness routing.
• Basic computer skills with MacOS or Microsoft.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Intermediate-level position requiring 2 - 3 years of experience.
• Electro-mechanical or manufacturing assembly experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read diagrams and blueprints.
• Soldering skills are a plus.
• Problem-solving skills, good judgment, and proactivity.
• Strong attention to detail.

Work Environment

This role is based in our facility in South San Francisco, within the Manufacturing team.

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, CA.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in South San Francisco,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.