Assembler (Electrical)

Héroux-Devtek Inc.; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

9 paid holidays

Group insurance (HSA/FSA)

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Héroux-Devtek Inc. in Livonia, Michigan is seeking an assembler to construct and test ballscrew and actuator components to precise customer specifications. You will read blueprints, set up components, and ensure parts meet tight tolerances using precision measuring tools.

Candidates with 2–3 years of precision assembly experience and a high school diploma are encouraged to apply. Join a leading aerospace manufacturer with opportunities for growth, a strong team environment, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge of machines, tools, and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and drawings.
• Experience performing tests and inspections to evaluate quality.
• Ability to monitor machine gauges and indicators for proper operation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Ballscrew & Actuator components to customer specifications.
• Operate and test completed products to verify function and conformance.
• Align components for assembly using manual tools or hoists.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications for assembly steps.
• Remove rough spots and finish surfaces to fit parts using hand/power tools.
• Rework or replace damaged parts or assemblies as needed.
• Build and verify part tolerances.
• Use calipers, gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators for measurements.
• Prepare components for painting and perform light sandblasting when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Mechanical

Design

Quality Control

Operation Monitoring

Troubleshooting

Equipment Maintenance

Equipment Selection

Information Ordering

Control Precision

Manual Dexterity

Visualization

Written Comprehension

Finger Dexterity

Near Vision

Problem Sensitivity

Static Strength

Arm-Hand Steadiness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Category : Operations/Production/Fabrication

Requisition Number : ASSEM001477

• Posted : August 7, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

An international leader in aviation

Heroux-Devtek, the world's 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America, Europe and United Kingdom. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Information on the division:

Located in Livonia, Michigan, spanning 3 facilities (100,000+ sq. ft.) with over 130 employees, Beaver Aerospace & Defense is one of Héroux-Devtek's centers of excellence for design, development, manufacturing, and assembly of ball screws, actuation systems and other aerospace components.

Our ball screws, ball splines, gears, and electromechanical linear/rotary actuators are custom designed to fit virtually any application with superior performance, quality and precision. In fact, our actuation solutions are installed on some of the most advanced aircraft, missile applications and mission-critical space exploration systems in the world, featuring the latest in motion control technology.

With a strong focus on custom precision manufacturing processes with machining automation and techniques, we aim to remain the best value producer of complex and precision Aerospace & Defense components.

What we offer?

• Leaders who invest in your success, development, and growth
• A culture of true teamwork and pride in our product
• Competitive salaries linked to performance and paid time off
• 9 paid holidays
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including a HSA/FSA options, Dental & Vision
• Coverage for Domestic Partnerships
• Automatic Life Insurance with supplemental options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Opportunities for retirement savings with 401k plans including a company match
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant Certifications, Education, & Trainings
• Free access to a virtual doctor and the employee assistance program
• Social activities for all employees (BBQ, Golf, Christmas parties, etc.)
• Generous referral bonuses and advantageous recognition programs
• A motivating work environment and a human management style where you can make a difference

Summary:

The Assembler constructs, assembles, or rebuilds mechanical assemblies and equipment. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.

Main responsibilities:

• Assemble Ballscrew & Actuator components to customer specifications.
• Operates, and tests completed products to verify functioning, and conformance to customer specifications.
• Positions and align components for assembly, manually or using hoists
• Reads and interprets assembly blueprints and specifications manuals, and plans assembly or building operations
• Removes rough spots, and smooths surfaces to fit, trim, or clean parts, using hand tools and power tools
• Reworks, repairs, and replaces damaged parts or assemblies
• Build and verify parts tolerances.
• Use measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, micrometers & dial indicators
• Preps for painting, painting a variety of components, sandblast occasionally
• Responsible for keeping a clean work area & environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
• Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly (applicable for Hydraulics)
• Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
• Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations)
• Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions
• Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects
• Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged
• Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
• Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)
• Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem
• Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects
• Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• High School Diploma
• 2-3 years precision assembly experience

Work culture and environment:

Are you known as an innovation driver? Are you looking for your next challenge and opportunity to learn & excel in Aerospace? Héroux-Devtek offers you the opportunity to work in a diverse and team-oriented environment where skills development is a top priority. Here, employees are at the heart of the realization of the product, developed through engineering centers, factories, a service unit, and an accessible and agile head office for fast decision-making.

Be part of a motivating top-notch team taking Aerospace to new heights!

Candidates must meet security screening requirements as set out by ITAR directives.

HDI Landing Gear is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, HDI Landing Gear will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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