Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: 1st Shift Electro-Mechanical Assembler
Job Description
This role is a 1st shift electro-mechanical assembler/integration technician position supporting a cutting-edge defense program in the Santa Ana/Costa Mesa area. You will work on the Barracuda assembly project in a military and defense production environment, performing complex mechanical and electrical assemblies and integrations. The position offers steady day-shift hours with the potential for overtime during the week and on weekends, and requires comfort working around missile-related systems and equipment.
Responsibilities

• Perform electro-mechanical assemblies and integration tasks for defense-related systems, including complex subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical assembly work in a manufacturing environment, following detailed wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and written assembly instructions.
• Use common hand tools and power tools such as torque wrenches, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, depth micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, pressure gauges, multimeters, test boxes, and specialized test equipment to build and verify assemblies.
• Assemble high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and associated components, including work that involves hand soldering and component fabrication.
• Perform validation and testing of electronic components using equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks to ensure proper function and quality.
• Support electronic box assembly, including troubleshooting issues and writing clear, detailed issue tickets for failures and nonconformances.
• Run functional checkouts and tests on assemblies and systems, diagnose issues discovered during these processes, and implement corrective actions as directed.
• Work with RF systems, including testing, running, and troubleshooting RF-related components and assemblies.
• Apply common air-frame construction techniques such as installing rivets, mechanical fasteners, nut plates, and related hardware where required.
• Perform PCBA-related work, including troubleshooting printed circuit board assemblies and supporting repair activities.
• Rapidly shift between roles and responsibilities to support changing production priorities in a high-paced, challenging environment.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form with engineering and production teams to clarify requirements, report issues, and support continuous improvement.
• Utilize computers for standard browser use, word processing, documentation, and test record entry as part of daily work.
• Follow all established work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures in a clean manufacturing environment.
• Support overtime and occasional weekend work as needed to meet production schedules and project deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of experience working in a manufacturing setting, preferably in aerospace, electronics, or medical device industries, performing mechanical and/or electrical assemblies and integration.
• Strong proficiency with common hand tools and power tools, including torque wrenches, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, depth micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, pressure gauges, multimeters, test boxes, and specialized test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and schematics, and to follow detailed assembly instructions accurately.
• Working knowledge of common electrical components and their application in assemblies and systems.
• Proficiency with computer use, including standard web browsers and word processing applications for documentation and communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, challenging production environment and to adapt quickly to changing roles and responsibilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with engineering and production personnel.
• Comfort working in a military and defense facility and around missile-related systems and equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and weekend shifts as needed to support production demands.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience mechanically assembling complex electro-mechanical systems, including high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and associated components.
• Hands-on experience with hand soldering and component fabrication for electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Experience in performing validation and testing of electronic components using multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks.
• Familiarity with air-frame construction techniques, including installation of rivets, mechanical fasteners, nut plates, and similar hardware.
• Experience with electronic box assembly troubleshooting and documenting issues through detailed issue tickets.
• Ability to run functional checkouts and tests on assemblies and systems and to diagnose and resolve issues discovered during these processes.
• Experience testing, operating, and troubleshooting RF systems.
• Knowledge of PCBA processes and experience troubleshooting printed circuit board assemblies.
• Previous experience in production, assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and integration work in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using blueprints and schematics to guide mechanical and electronic assembly work.
• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly in a defense, aerospace, electronics, or similar high-reliability industry.

Why Work Here?
You will join a growing, well-funded organization that is expanding its facilities and investing in advanced defense technologies, offering the opportunity to work on innovative, high-impact projects. The environment supports top performers and provides room for professional growth as internal teams scale to meet increasing work orders. Employees benefit from a clean, modern workspace, stable day-shift hours, and the potential for overtime, creating both work-life balance and additional earning opportunities. The culture emphasizes collaboration between engineering and production, continuous learning, and hands-on involvement with cutting-edge systems.
Work Environment
The role is based in a clean, modern military and defense manufacturing facility in the Santa Ana/Costa Mesa area. You will work on the Barracuda assembly project in a high-paced production environment that uses a wide range of hand tools, power tools, precision measurement instruments, and electronic test equipment. The position follows a 1st shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime available during the week and on Saturdays as needed. The company is growing and expanding, with recent funding to build a new facility, offering an environment focused on advanced technology, structured processes, and collaboration between engineering and production teams. Dress code is typical for a clean manufacturing setting, with appropriate work attire and adherence to safety and facility guidelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Santa Ana, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Santa Ana, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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