Aerospace Assembly Lead: Onsite Team Leader

Vanderhorst Brothers, Inc.; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Bonus programs

Shift differentials

Job summary

RTCA is seeking an Assembly Lead in Sumner, WA to supervise and perform hands-on aerospace assembly work on a daily basis. You will coordinate workflow, train technicians, and ensure adherence to drawings, specs, and travelers.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, plus the ability to balance production with team coordination on a fast-paced shop floor. Onsite, full-time position with potential for advancement.

Qualifications

• Hands-on assembly experience in aerospace or precision manufacturing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Proficiency with riveting, sealing, press and shrink fits, and hardware installation.
• Proficiency with hand tools, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to lead by example and train others.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on production with team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily team stand-ups and manage production metrics.
• Coordinate daily workflow with Assembly Manager and Planning.
• Train and coach Assembly Technicians; onboard new hires.
• Provide on-the-spot guidance on blueprint interpretation and assembly sequencing.
• Ensure work meets drawings, specs, and travelers.
• Troubleshoot assembly issues with Engineering and Quality.
• Drive safety, 5S, FOD prevention, and continuous improvement.
• Support audits and first-article builds as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

Aerospace assembly

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Balancing production

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pneumatic tools

Hydraulic equipment

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

RTCA is seeking an Assembly Lead in Sumner, WA to supervise and perform hands-on aerospace assembly work on a daily basis. You will coordinate workflow, train technicians, and ensure adherence to drawings, specs, and travelers.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, plus the ability to balance production with team coordination on a fast-paced shop floor. Onsite, full-time position with potential for advancement.