Assembly Technician

Job Title: Assembly Technician Job Description

We are seeking an Assembly Technician to assemble aircraft components, ensuring correct fit and fastening of parts and sub-assemblies according to customer orders under direct supervision. You will perform routine assembly tasks with minimal assistance, read and assemble per standard work or blueprint instructions, and track and receive required parts for the product area.

Responsibilities

• Examine connections for correct fit and fasten parts and sub-assemblies per customer order.

• Perform routine and standard assembly tasks with minimal assistance.

• Read and assemble according to standard work or blueprint instructions with guidance.

• Track and receive required parts for product area and check stock bins for adequate supplies.

• Contact material handler or lead if shortages exist or incorrect parts are found.

• Participate in team stand-ups and use safe ergonomic practices.

• Pack finished products into designated cartons.

• Participate in EHS risk reduction activities and adhere to all rules and codes of conduct.

• Seek ways to eliminate safety hazards and improve workplace safety.

• Provide continuous improvement ideas to support lean and ACE initiatives.

• Perform other job duties as required and be available for overtime.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to read and understand English.

• Capability to operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment.

• Ability to read blueprints with some supervision.

• Experience with mechanical assembly and general labor tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma.

• Proven mechanical capability preferred.

• Willingness to perform any task necessary for on-time product delivery.

• Willingness to cross-train and work in all areas of assembly operation.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Willingness to perform hand and body warm-up exercises to minimize potential for repetitive motion injuries.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

• Ability to work in a standing position up to 8 hours per day.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading designer, developer, and manufacturer of aerospace specialty seating products, working with proprietary products designed for major industry players. We prioritize recruiting the best talent and using the best processes to solve the industry's greatest challenges safely and ethically. Here, how people perform is as important as how products operate.

Work Environment

Work in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where standing for up to 8 hours per day is required. Enjoy a team environment with daily stand-ups, manufacturing specialty seating products for commercial, regional, business, and military aircraft.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.20 - $18.20/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.