Aerospace Assembler

Mechanical Assembler - Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM // $25-29/hr

Fountain Valley, CA | 1st Shift | Growing Start-Up Environment

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, reading blueprints, and building precision products that matter? Join an innovative aerospace and defense manufacturer developing next-generation drone and advanced technology systems. This is an opportunity to get in early with a rapidly growing company, help build products from the ground up, and play a key role in a team that's expanding.

What You'll Do

• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical components and subassemblies using engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.

• Install hardware including screws, bolts, nuts, washers, bearings, brackets, and fittings.

• Use hand and power tools such as torque wrenches, torque drivers, drills, screwdrivers, and other assembly equipment.

• Perform drilling, fastening, alignment, fitting, and mechanical installation operations.

• Apply adhesives, lubricants, sealants, and thread-locking compounds as required.

• Inspect assemblies for quality, proper fit, alignment, torque, and workmanship.

• Measure and verify dimensions using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.

• Follow quality standards, safety procedures, and manufacturing documentation throughout the assembly process.

What We're Looking For

• 1-3 years of mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or production experience preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with small components and hardware.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, and work instructions.

• Understanding of measurements, tolerances, and basic inspection techniques.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Experience with torque-controlled tools is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing aerospace and defense startup.

• Opportunity to help build a brand-new manufacturing team and facility.

• Work on innovative products and cutting-edge technology.

• Consistent first-shift schedule with overtime opportunities.

• Growth potential as the company continues to expand.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Overtime available based on production needs.

If you're a mechanically inclined assembler looking for an opportunity to grow with an exciting company and work on advanced technology products, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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 to Hire position based out of Fountain Valley, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fountain Valley,CA.

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.