Aerotek
Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Assembler
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Assembler to join our Production Assembly team. This role involves precision soldering, component assembly, and working with RF components under a microscope. The ideal candidate will have strong manual dexterity, experience with surface mount technology (SMT), and a solid understanding of quality standards such as AS9100D and IPC.
Responsibilities
Assemble devices by positioning and fastening parts using screws, bolts, and hand tools.
Perform precision soldering of components, wires, connectors, and capacitors using SN96 solder under a microscope.
Mix adhesives and perform encapsulation processes.
Rework and repair RF components and filters by removing connectors/capacitors and soldering on new ones.
Build and reassemble modules and rackmounts.
Use calipers and micrometers to measure parts and verify tolerances.
Read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, schematics, and bills of materials.
Operate hot plates and adjust temperatures for soldering processes.
Maintain compliance with AS9100D and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Maintain accountability for company tools, equipment, and supplies.
Adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE in designated areas.
Essential Skills
Experience performing SMT soldering on connectors and capacitors.
Ability to perform microscope assembly (will be using a microscope all day).
Experience using hot plates to connect components to a PCB and adjusting the temperature.
Strong manual dexterity.
Basic knowledge of how to use calipers and micrometers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal communication and ability to follow verbal instructions and engineering sketches.
ITAR compliance required.
Why Work Here?
Join a small, dynamic team where your contributions are valued and recognized. Enjoy a flexible work schedule with a four-day work week, allowing for a better work-life balance. Be part of a company that supports continuous learning and adherence to high-quality standards.
Work Environment
Work on a 4/10 schedule, Monday through Thursday, from 7am to 5:30pm, with flexibility on start time. Join a small team of about 10 people onsite, where you will be sitting down and using a microscope to perform soldering for the majority of the day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vista, California.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Vista,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Assembler to join our Production Assembly team. This role involves precision soldering, component assembly, and working with RF components under a microscope. The ideal candidate will have strong manual dexterity, experience with surface mount technology (SMT), and a solid understanding of quality standards such as AS9100D and IPC.
Responsibilities
Assemble devices by positioning and fastening parts using screws, bolts, and hand tools.
Perform precision soldering of components, wires, connectors, and capacitors using SN96 solder under a microscope.
Mix adhesives and perform encapsulation processes.
Rework and repair RF components and filters by removing connectors/capacitors and soldering on new ones.
Build and reassemble modules and rackmounts.
Use calipers and micrometers to measure parts and verify tolerances.
Read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, schematics, and bills of materials.
Operate hot plates and adjust temperatures for soldering processes.
Maintain compliance with AS9100D and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Maintain accountability for company tools, equipment, and supplies.
Adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE in designated areas.
Essential Skills
Experience performing SMT soldering on connectors and capacitors.
Ability to perform microscope assembly (will be using a microscope all day).
Experience using hot plates to connect components to a PCB and adjusting the temperature.
Strong manual dexterity.
Basic knowledge of how to use calipers and micrometers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal communication and ability to follow verbal instructions and engineering sketches.
ITAR compliance required.
Why Work Here?
Join a small, dynamic team where your contributions are valued and recognized. Enjoy a flexible work schedule with a four-day work week, allowing for a better work-life balance. Be part of a company that supports continuous learning and adherence to high-quality standards.
Work Environment
Work on a 4/10 schedule, Monday through Thursday, from 7am to 5:30pm, with flexibility on start time. Join a small team of about 10 people onsite, where you will be sitting down and using a microscope to perform soldering for the majority of the day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vista, California.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Vista,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.