Assembler

Assembler II / Assembler III

Build Advanced Defense Technology. Grow Your Career.

Are you an experienced assembler who enjoys working with electronics, wiring, mechanical components, and technical drawings? Join a team that supports cutting-edge defense and technology programs in a modern, climate-controlled facility. In this role, you'll build and test mission-critical systems while working alongside skilled technicians and engineers on projects that make a real-world impact.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Clean, climate-controlled facility

Stable Monday-Friday schedule (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

Opportunity to work on advanced defense and technology systems

Career growth and internal advancement opportunities

Industry-recognized training and certification opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Long-term, stable work supporting mission-critical programs

What You'll Do

• Assemble electrical, electronic, and mechanical components using blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and work instructions.
• Build wire harnesses, cables, electrical enclosures, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Perform point-to-point wiring, cable routing, termination, and installation work.
• Use hand tools, crimpers, wire strippers, multimeters, and other assembly equipment.
• Solder components and perform electronic assembly tasks.
• Test, inspect, troubleshoot, and verify completed assemblies.
• Configure equipment and support system integration activities.
• Work with fiber optic components when required.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production, quality, and delivery goals.
• Follow all quality, safety, and security requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of assembly experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Experience with wire harness assembly, cable assembly, panel wiring, or electro-mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency using hand tools and electrical testing equipment.
• Soldering experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to troubleshoot assembly and wiring issues.
• Excellent attendance, reliability, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance if required.

Preferred Experience

• Electronics assembly or repair experience.
• IPC 610, IPC J-STD-001, or IPC 620 certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Fiber optics experience.
• Networking, storage, or computer hardware configuration experience.
• Military, defense, aerospace, or government-contract manufacturing experience.
• Experience working from engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Work Environment

Work in a modern 600,000-square-foot climate-controlled manufacturing facility designed to support advanced defense and technology programs. This is a clean, professional production environment focused on precision, quality, safety, and teamwork.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Ideal Backgrounds

We encourage candidates from the following backgrounds to apply:

• Electronics Assembler
• Electro-Mechanical Assembler
• Cable Assembler
• Wire Harness Technician
• Panel Builder
• Electrical Technician
• Avionics Technician
• Mechanical Assembler
• Manufacturing Technician
• Defense or Aerospace Assembly Technician

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.

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.