Assembly Technician

$2000 RETENTION BONUS

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Assembly Technician – Level 1

The Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling, installing, and inspecting aircraft components and systems in accordance with engineering specifications, technical drawings, and quality standards. This role is critical in ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of our aerospace products.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Read basic blueprints,  technical manuals, and work instructions to perform basic mechanical assembly operations.
• Obtain kitted (pre-picked) detail parts, standards, and assemblies.
• Perform heat and freeze processes to install tight-tolerance components
• Use solvents to clean surfaces before sealing or assembly
• Apply sealant, Alodine, primer, special finishes, as required
• Assemble simple aerospace components.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Learn standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Follow instructions and perform visual inspections.
• Assist senior Assembly Technician(s).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following 5S principles and company safety policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong hand-eye coordination
• Experience with hand tools is preferred 
• Some manufacturing experience preferred
• Some experience with small engine repair is preferred
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment:

Climate-controlled manufacturing facility with a moderate noise level. In this position, you are working a full-time schedule, mainly in an office environment, with some time in a manufacturing setting. 

Benefits – start on the 1^st of the month after 30 days of employment:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match plus employer contribution
• Company-paid Short-term Disability
• Company-paid Long-term Disability
• Company-paid Life Insurance

Benefits – Additional:

• Paid Time Off is available after 60 days of employment
• 401K with employer match after 6 months of employment
• Quarterly bonus program

Employment Criteria: 

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person, which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Due to the requirements of the Customer, No Visa sponsorship is available

We are a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.