Structural Assembler

Aerotek; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO leave

Job summary

Aerotek in Gardena, CA is recruiting an experienced Structural Assembler for a contract-to-hire role. You will assemble and modify airframe components using blueprints and precision tools, with a focus on quality and safety. This onsite position offers long-term employment potential.

The role pays $25.00–$28.00 per hour and involves significant overtime on aerospace programs. Benefits and a strong team environment are highlighted in the listing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aircraft or aerospace structural assembly experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and measuring skills.
• Experience with drilling, riveting, countersinking, and structural repairs.
• Familiarity with aerospace tooling, fixtures, and fasteners.
• Team-oriented with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install aircraft structural components
• Drill, ream, countersink, rivet, and fasten parts to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and engineering drawings
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, jigs, and fixtures
• Perform repairs, rework, and quality inspections as needed
• Follow all safety and quality standards

Skills

Aircraft assembly

Blueprint reading

Drilling & riveting

Aerospace tooling

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Structural Assembler ($28/hour)

Build aircraft structures for a leading aerospace manufacturer! We're seeking experienced Structural Assemblers to assemble, fit, and modify airframe components using blueprints, work orders, and precision tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install aircraft structural components
• Drill, ream, countersink, rivet, and fasten parts to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and engineering drawings
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, jigs, and fixtures
• Perform repairs, rework, and quality inspections as needed
• Follow all safety and quality standards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aircraft or aerospace structural assembly experience
• Strong blueprint reading and measuring skills
• Experience with drilling, riveting, countersinking, and structural repairs
• Familiarity with aerospace tooling, fixtures, and fasteners
• Team-oriented with strong attention to detail

Why Apply?

• Opportunity for long-term employment
• Significant overtime available
• Work on high-profile aerospace programs
• Growth-focused, team-oriented environment

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gardena, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gardena, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gardena,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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

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.