Assembly and Test Technician

Overview:

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subsystems from engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications
• Operate test equipment to validate and characterize hardware under development
• Work closely with engineering throughout build and test, communicating clearly and responding to feedback quickly
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and tolerances including GDT
• Document assembly and test results accurately to support engineering iteration
• Identify and communicate defects or anomalies to engineering promptly
• Adapt to new products, processes, and test setups with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong attention to detail and able to stay organized
• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude, reliable, and works well on a team
• Basic Qualifications:
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment
• Able to read and work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications
• Skilled with mechanical hand tools
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR
• Preferred Skills and Experience:
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment
• Experience operating, programming, or setting up automated or semi-automated test equipment
• Experience building and testing avionics, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or power electronics components
• Experience operating plastic injection molding equipment is a bonus
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems
• Additional Requirements:
• Must be able to travel as needed in response to business needs with short notice
• Must be able to work extended hours, including weekends, as needed to meet business needs
• This position in based in El Segundo, CA and requires being on-site
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3).
• The Advanced Manufacturing Company of America prohibits discrimination or harassment based on the following categories: race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.