Assembly Tech

Job Title: Assembly Technician

Job Description

The Assembly Technician assembles and integrates drone systems and subsystems with a strong focus on quality, precision, and reliability. This role involves technical assembly, soldering of sub-assemblies, and interpreting blueprints and schematics to build and verify complex electro-mechanical products.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate drone systems and subsystems according to engineering specifications and production requirements.
• Perform soldering on sub-assembly products to create reliable electrical connections.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to guide assembly and wiring tasks.
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete mechanical and electrical assembly work.
• Wire components and harnesses accurately based on schematic diagrams and work instructions.
• Conduct quality control checks on parts, sub-assemblies, and finished assemblies to ensure they meet standards.
• Handle and assemble technical and mechanical components with a high degree of manual dexterity.
• Follow established production processes and document work as required.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve assembly or integration issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety guidelines in a warehouse environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven soldering experience, supported by either formal certification or hands-on experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
• Experience with mechanical assembly in a production or technical assembly environment.
• Proficiency using hand tools and power tools for assembly tasks.
• Basic electrical knowledge, including wiring and component identification.
• Strong manual dexterity and fine motor skills for detailed assembly and soldering work.
• Ability to perform quality control inspections on parts and assemblies.
• Experience working with technical assemblies, such as drone systems, electrical devices, or similar products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with integration of electro-mechanical systems, such as drones or comparable equipment.
• Experience in technical assembly for medical devices or other high-precision products.
• Familiarity with production environments and standard operating procedures.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to assembly and inspection.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment and adapt to evolving processes.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing, innovative organization offering a long-term opportunity where you can deepen your hands-on technical skills and contribute directly to cutting-edge products. You will work in a collaborative environment that values precision, continuous improvement, and the chance to grow with the company as it scales.

Work Environment

This role is based in a startup company warehouse environment focused on building and integrating drone systems. You will work on-site using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment to assemble electro-mechanical components. The setting is fast-paced and collaborative, with close coordination among technical staff on the production floor. Dress code is practical and safety-oriented, suitable for a hands-on assembly and warehouse environment.

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

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/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 Torrance,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

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.