Aerospace Technician

Actalent; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent in Thornton, CO seeks an experienced Electro-Mechanical Aerospace Technician to assemble, wire, solder, inspect and test electromechanical components and subassemblies in a high-precision environment.

The role requires following engineering drawings and quality standards, building high-reliability hardware for aerospace/defense manufacturing, with Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm on-site work in Thornton. IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 soldering standards are relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong hand-soldering skills with attention to detail.
• Experience in electrical, mechanical assembly, and environmental testing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical work instructions.
• Experience with high-reliability hardware in aerospace, space, aviation, or defense sectors.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, solder, inspect, and test electromechanical components and subassemblies.
• Follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards meticulously.
• Build high-reliability hardware for aerospace, space, aviation, or defense manufacturing environments.

Skills

Hand soldering

Electrical assembly

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Environmental testing

Tools

IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

Job description

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Aerospace Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Aerospace Technician skilled in fine mechanical assembly, precision soldering, and the integration of aerospace and defense hardware. This role involves working with electromechanical components and subassemblies, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, solder, inspect, and test electromechanical components and subassemblies.
• Follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards meticulously.
• Build high-reliability hardware for aerospace, space, aviation, or defense manufacturing environments.

Essential Skills

• Strong hand-soldering skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in electrical, mechanical assembly, and environmental testing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical work instructions.
• Experience with high-reliability hardware in aerospace, space, aviation, or defense sectors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with fine mechanical assembly of aerospace, satellite, or defense hardware using precision hand tools and measurement equipment.
• Proficiency in IPC-J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610 soldering standards, including through-hole and surface-mount soldering.
• Ability to maintain strict quality and configuration control standards.

Work Environment

The role is based in an on-site manufacturing environment, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. The dress code is casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Thornton, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $41.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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.

• 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 Thornton,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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.