Assembler

Ascent Aerospace, LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

PTO

401k Match

Job summary

Ascent Aerospace in Santa Ana, CA seeks an assembler to locate, fit, and assemble manufactured parts per customer blueprints and specifications. The role emphasizes precision, inspection, and adherence to ITAR controls within a fast-paced aerospace setting.

The successful candidate will read blueprints, use inspection tools, and contribute to safe, efficient assembly processes. Occasional travel to other site locations may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience assembling work in similar industries or environments.
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc).
• Basic knowledge of the Metric System.
• US Person required under ITAR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprint details and assemblies.
• Check conformance to blueprint dimensions and identification.
• Visually install details, assemblies, and hardware such as keenserts and thermocouples.
• Identify molds and tools per customer blueprint and PO requirements.
• Plumb vacuum systems and verify integrity through testing and leak checks.
• Drill clearance holes, drill and tap holes.
• Participate in and take responsibility for 6S.
• Communicate with leads and supervisors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Manual assembly

Metrology & inspection

Export control compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Assembler will be responsible for locating, fitting, and assembling manufactured and supplied parts in accordance with customer blueprints and specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Review blueprint details and assemblies
• Check all details, assemblies, and finished products for conformance to blueprint dimensions and identification
• Visually install details, assemblies, and hardware such as keenserts, bushings, and thermocouples
• Identify molds and tools per customer blueprint, tool and purchase order requirements using tags, engraving machines, stencils and painting
• Plumb vacuum systems and verify integrity through pressure testing and leak checking
• Drill clearance holes, Drill and tap holes
• Participation and take responsibility for 6S
• Communicate with leads and supervisors
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in assembling work in similar industries or environments
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc)
• Basic knowledge of the Metric System
• This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Blueprint interpretation and GD&T (fractions, decimals, and tolerancing)
• Knowledge of manufacturing practices including welding, machining, and fastening
• Fork and crane operating skills and certification

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional local travel during the business day.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
• The employee may be exposed to vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the workday
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free [phone]. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.