Job Title: Electromechanical Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled electromechanical assembler to join our manufacturing team, specializing in mechanical assembly with a strong focus on avionics systems for drones. This role requires advanced hands-on abilities in PCBA assembly, electronic potting, and adherence to strict manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical assembly tasks independently using schematics, drawings, verbal or written instructions.
• Assemble and test avionics components such as PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and integrated modules, applying precision adhesives and bonding techniques.
• Provide real-time feedback on design and assembly to Manufacturing and Quality teams, and resolve build issues through appropriate channels.
• Follow detailed Manufacturing Process Instructions and adhere to strict safety procedures while building assemblies.
• Meet aggressive deadlines and flexibly shift priorities across multiple projects.
• Record and update data accurately.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical PCBA assembly experience with hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, torque drivers, drills, and calipers.
• Ability to read and follow basic SOPs and non-technical instructions.
• Soldering skills.
• Experience in enclosure integration and torque-controlled fastening.
• Cable and harness routing proficiency.
• Electronic potting processes expertise.
• Bonding composites experience, including mixing, dispensing, and curing.
• Ensuring waterproofing and environmental protection.
• Adherence to manufacturing protocols.
• Basic computer skills, such as MacOS or Microsoft.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and proactivity.
• High attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Intermediate-level position requiring 2-3 years of experience.
• Electro-mechanical or manufacturing assembly experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Cable and wire routing expertise.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and perform soldering.

Why Work Here?

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to providing instant access to vital medical supplies worldwide, increasing accessibility while reducing waste and stock-outs. With over 12,000 commercial deliveries and 4,000 life-saving emergency deliveries completed, your work will directly contribute to impactful global change. Although PTO and Holiday Pay are not offered to consultants, sick pay will be accrued.

Work Environment

Located in South San Francisco, the facility consists of four main areas: the front office, Nest for assembling recovery, launch, and battery systems, Vehicles for drone body assembly and composite wing structure work, and Logistics. Each team comprises 3 to 4 assemblers, plus a team lead, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of South San Francisco, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.

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 South San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.