Job Title: Electromechanical Assembler

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Electromechanical Assembler to join our manufacturing team. This role is focused on mechanical assembly, particularly in avionics systems for drones. The position requires specialized hands-on skills in PCBA assembly, electronic potting, and adherence to strict manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical assembly tasks independently, utilizing schematics, drawings, verbal or written instructions.
• Assemble and test avionics components, including PCB assemblies, cable harnesses, and integrated modules, applying precision adhesives and bonding techniques.
• Provide real-time design and assembly feedback to Manufacturing and Quality teams, escalating and resolving build issues through proper channels.
• Follow detailed Manufacturing Process Instructions and 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 and experience using hand/power tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, torque drivers, drills, and calipers.
• Ability to read basic SOPs and non-technical instructions and follow directions.
• Proficiency in soldering.
• Enclosure integration and torque-controlled fastening.
• Cable and harness routing.
• Knowledge of electronic potting processes.
• Experience with bonding composites such as carbon fiber and epoxies, including mixing, dispensing, and curing.
• Ensuring waterproofing and environmental protection.
• Following Manufacturing protocols.
• Basic computer skills in MacOS or Microsoft.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and proactivity.
• High attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years of experience in electro-mechanical or manufacturing assembly within a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cable and wire routing.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• No specific educational requirements.

Why Work Here?

Join a mission-driven team committed to providing instant access to vital medical supplies globally, increasing access while reducing waste and stock-outs. Be part of a company that has completed over 12,000 commercial and 4,000 life-saving emergency deliveries. Although PTO and Holiday Pay are not offered, consultants will accrue sick pay.

Work Environment

The facility is located in South San Francisco and is divided into four areas: the front office, the Nest for assembling recovery systems, launch systems, and battery devices, the Vehicles area for drone body assembly and wing structure composite work, and logistics. Each team consists of 3 to 4 assemblers and a team lead.

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 25, 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.