Aerospace Technician: Hands-on Assembly & Test Expert

ADP, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 106,020,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance for employee

Paid time off: 4 weeks vacation + 11 U

401K with company contribution

Life and disability insurance

Free lunches

Job summary

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in aerospace hands-on roles, strong reading of drawings and GD&T, and proficiency with tools and precision measurement. The position offers strong safety focus and on-site responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerospace assembly, test, or related hands-on technical work.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, BOMs.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and precision measurement instruments.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., move heavy pallets, and stand for long periods.
• Familiarity with safety protocols around rotating machinery and high voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of aerospace components, subassemblies, and full systems according to engineering drawings, work instructions, travelers, and quality standards.
• Prepare, set up, and tear down test articles and test stands, including instrumentation routing, sensor installation, fluid and electrical connections, and fixture installation.
• Set up, commission, and operate tests in dynamometer, propeller, and component-level test cells, supporting test engineering during execution and data collection.
• Fabricate, assemble, and modify tooling fixtures, test equipment, ground support equipment, and engineering prototypes using a broad range of fabrication tools and shop equipment.
• Perform general mechanical technician tasks including precision measurement, torque application, thread repair, fastener installation, and basic machining or hand-fitting as needed.
• Assist in engineering troubleshooting and resolve assembly, integration, and test issues as they arise.
• Support facility, lab, and test cell readiness, including equipment moves, setups, and routine maintenance of shop and test infrastructure.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, and company vehicles safely and efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Engineering drawings & GD&T

Hand & power tools

Precision measurement

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in aerospace hands-on roles, strong reading of drawings and GD&T, and proficiency with tools and precision measurement. The position offers strong safety focus and on-site responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.