Integration Technician

Aerotek; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Aerospace Electro-Mechanical / Integration Technician for the Santa Ana/Costa Mesa area. This 1st shift role focuses on hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of complex electro-mechanical systems for missile-related programs.

Collaboration with engineering and production teams is essential to ensure quality builds. Candidate will work with advanced test equipment, read schematics, and maintain rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in manufacturing, aerospace/electronics/medical preferred.
• Experience assembling and integrating electro-mechanical systems.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical assemblies and integration work in a manufacturing setting for complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Assemble and integrate components for missile-related projects and related programs.
• Use hand tools, power tools, test equipment to perform precise assembly and testing tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics and assembly instructions.

Skills

4+ years experience

Aerospace experience

Read wiring diagrams

Hand tools proficiency

Effective communication

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Soldering equipment

Job description

Aerospace Electro-Mechanical / Integration Technician

Job Description

This 1st shift Electro-Mechanical Assembler role is a hands-on position in a military and defense manufacturing environment located in the Santa Ana/Costa Mesa area. You will support complex electro-mechanical assemblies for missile-related systems, working closely with engineering and production teams to build, integrate, and test sophisticated hardware. The position offers a steady day shift schedule with opportunities for overtime during the week and on weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical assemblies and integration work in a manufacturing setting, with a focus on complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Assemble and integrate components for missile-related projects, including support for programs such as the Barracuda assembly project.
• Use common hand tools and power tools, including torque wrenches, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, depth micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, pressure gauges, multimeters, test boxes, and specialized test equipment to perform precise assembly and testing tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions to ensure accurate builds and integrations.
• Perform electro-mechanical assembly tasks such as mechanical assembly, electronic assembly, integration, and soldering as required.
• Mechanically assemble complex electro-mechanical assemblies, including high-quality wire harnesses, test racks, junction boxes, and associated components involving hand soldering and component fabrication.
• Conduct validation and testing of electronic components using equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, and test racks.
• Perform electronic box assembly troubleshooting and document detailed issue tickets for failures and nonconformances.
• Run functional checkouts and tests on assemblies and systems, and diagnose issues discovered during these processes.
• Support testing and operation of RF systems and assist with extensive troubleshooting of system-level and component-level issues.
• Work with printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA), including troubleshooting and repair activities when needed.
• Rapidly shift roles and responsibilities to meet changing priorities in a high-paced, challenging production environment.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form with engineering and production teams to clarify requirements, report issues, and ensure alignment on build and test activities.
• Use standard computer applications, including web browsers and word processing tools, to access documentation, record test results, and complete production-related reporting.
• Follow all facility procedures and quality standards to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Be available for overtime and potential weekend shifts as production demands require.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace, electronics, or medical industries, performing mechanical and/or electrical assemblies and integration.
• Strong proficiency with common hand tools and power tools, including torque wrenches, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, depth micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, pressure gauges, multimeters, test boxes, and specialized test equipment.
• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and detailed assembly instructions.
• Working knowledge of common electrical components and their application in assemblies and systems.
• Proficiency with computer use, including standard web browsers and word processing applications, for documentation and communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressur... (truncated due to length)