Mechanical Assembly Technician

This role focuses on the mechanical assembly, alignment, and testing of precision optical systems to meet delivery schedules. You will work with lenses, mirrors, filters, and opto-mechanical assemblies, integrating them with electronic components and performing thorough optical and mechanical testing to ensure high-quality performance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and align multi-element lens and mirror systems and related sub-assemblies with a high degree of precision.
• Integrate opto-mechanical assemblies with electronic components to create complete optical systems.
• Perform optical and mechanical test and evaluation activities to verify system performance and quality.
• Assist with the inspection of incoming optical, mechanical, and electronic components to confirm they meet specifications.
• Follow detailed assembly drawings, diagrams, and written instructions in a logical and consistent sequence.
• Handle precision optics, mirrors, lenses, and filters using proper techniques to avoid damage or contamination.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support high-precision assembly and testing.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet production goals and delivery schedules.

• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly using standard hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex assembly drawings, diagrams, and instructions.
• Understanding of proper handling procedures for precision optics, including mirrors, lenses, and filters.
• High degree of precision and fine motor skills, with the patience required for detailed work.
• Ability to use a microscope for inspection and alignment tasks.
• Ability to read and communicate clearly in English, both in writing and verbally.
• Capability to sit and concentrate for extended periods while performing detailed assembly and inspection work.

• Experience working with opto-mechanical assemblies is an advantage.
• Familiarity with optical and mechanical test and evaluation processes is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a small, collaborative team within a growing organization.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical, process-driven approach to work.

You will join a small, collaborative team in a company that is in the early stages of growth, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on products and processes. The environment supports close teamwork, hands-on learning, and exposure to advanced optical and mechanical technologies, providing a strong platform for professional development as the organization expands.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small team environment within a company in the early stages of growth, where collaboration and clear communication are essential. Work focuses on precision mechanical and optical assembly using hand tools, microscopes, and test equipment. The position requires the ability to sit and concentrate for extended periods while performing detailed assembly, alignment, and inspection tasks, as well as the ability to read and communicate clearly in English. The setting emphasizes careful handling of sensitive optical components and maintaining an orderly, focused workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Herndon, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Herndon,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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.