Job Title: Electromechanical Assembly Technician

Job Description

Join a leading aerospace and defense contractor that designs and manufactures unmanned aerial vehicles. As an Electromechanical Assembly Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the production team by performing essential manufacturing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform production manufacturing tasks, building and installing electrical wire bundles, wire stripping, connector terminations, and soldering on aircraft electrical systems.
• Responsible for manufacturing, testing, inspection, and repair of electrical systems and components.
• Manufacture and repair aircraft wiring and wiring harnesses.
• Perform operational checkout and inspections of aircraft electrical systems, both in-progress and follow-up.
• Solder electrical and avionics components.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems discrepancies.
• Operate and maintain tools in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Assist in building prototypes for initial designs and low volume builds not yet in production.
• Participate in field testing/flight testing, which may require some travel.
• Support other mechanics/technicians as needed.
• Work on semi-routine assignments, following established procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience in electronics, troubleshooting, soldering, and using soldering tools.
• 1+ year of experience in hand tools, assembly, wire harness, crimping, and medical device assembly.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1 – 2 years hands-on composite fabrication experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Knowledge of layup processes and precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, depth gauges).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Computer proficiency and ability to download work instructions.
• Experience using hand/power tools (e.g., jitterbug, dotco).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Competency in calculating math dimensions with sample parts, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with small team collaboration.
• Strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, critical illness and accident insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Benefit from life insurance options, short and long-term disability, and a health spending account. Additional perks include transportation benefits, an employee assistance program, and generous time off policies for PTO, vacation, and sick leave.

Work Environment

Work within a structured 9/80 schedule, enjoying every other Friday off. The position operates on a Monday to Friday first shift from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with potential adjustments to start times. Be prepared to work on Saturdays as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Petaluma, CA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 Petaluma,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 22, 2025.

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.