Aerospace Assembly Technician — Composite Systems

Swift Engineering Inc.; San Clemente, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift Engineering Inc. in California is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our team building aerospace-grade composite and metal structures for prototype and production programs.

You will work closely with engineers and program managers to assemble components, perform in-process QC, and develop tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing of aircraft structures. Prior experience with hand tools, drilling, bonding, and aerospace fasteners is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience in an Assembly Technician role.
• Experience with aerospace fasteners, bonding/adhesives, and dimensional inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble metallic and composite components to aircraft structures using hand tools and powered equipment.
• Perform in-process quality checks with torque wrenches and fasteners; document results.
• Develop and assemble custom tooling/fixtures to ensure proper assembly on prototypes.

Skills

Hand tools

Aerospace fasteners

Torque wrenches

Measuring devices

Bonding & adhesives

Composite materials

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum pumps

Heat sources

Special hand tools

Hi-reach lifts

Ladders and stands

Drill fixtures

Job description

Swift Engineering Inc. in California is seeking an Assembly Technician to join our team building aerospace-grade composite and metal structures for prototype and production programs.

You will work closely with engineers and program managers to assemble components, perform in-process QC, and develop tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing of aircraft structures. Prior experience with hand tools, drilling, bonding, and aerospace fasteners is preferred.