Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Build Technology That Reaches Beyond Earth

Are you a hands-on technician who takes pride in precision craftsmanship? Join a close-knit team developing and assembling advanced propulsion systems used in cutting-edge aerospace applications. In this role, you'll work with innovative thruster and propellant technologies, helping create the components that power the next generation of space exploration and aerospace systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented professionals who enjoy working with precision tools, collaborating with a highly skilled team, and contributing directly to products that make a real impact.

What You'll Do

As an Assembly Technician, you'll play a key role in the manufacturing and quality of highly specialized aerospace components. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assembling advanced thruster and propellant systems using detailed work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Performing precision mechanical assembly in a controlled clean room environment.
• Working under microscopes to build and inspect intricate, high-precision components.
• Applying epoxies and adhesives while following strict process and quality standards.
• Performing soldering activities as needed to support assembly and integration.
• Inspecting completed assemblies to ensure exceptional quality, cleanliness, and performance.
• Identifying and reporting defects, discrepancies, or process improvements.
• Collaborating closely with engineers, technicians, and team members to meet production goals.
• Maintaining accurate production and quality records.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives by sharing ideas that improve efficiency, quality, and workflow.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of assembly experience in manufacturing, production, aerospace, medical device, electronics, or a similar technical environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools and assembly equipment.
• Ability to perform detailed work under a microscope for extended periods.
• Experience working with epoxies, adhesives, or similar materials in a production setting.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and precision.
• Ability to follow written procedures, engineering drawings, and work instructions accurately.
• Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clean room manufacturing experience.
• Previous microscope assembly experience.
• Soldering experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Aerospace, electronics, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing experience.
• Experience working within small, collaborative teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work on advanced aerospace technologies that support groundbreaking missions and innovations.
• Be part of a growing organization where your contributions are highly visible and valued.
• Collaborate with a talented, supportive, and passionate team.
• Gain experience with sophisticated manufacturing processes and industry-leading technology.
• Enjoy a culture that values quality, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Have the opportunity to make a direct impact on products that are built to perform in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean room manufacturing environment where quality and precision are essential. You'll work alongside a small, collaborative team and use specialized equipment including microscopes, hand tools, epoxies, and soldering equipment. Appropriate clean room attire and protective equipment will be provided and required as part of daily operations.

If you're passionate about precision assembly, enjoy working with advanced technology, and want to help build components that power the future of aerospace, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Boston,MA.

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

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.