Assembly and Test Technician

Overview:

The Assembly & Test Technician role is responsible for the hands-on assembly and testing of aerospace components and subsystems in Amca's R&D shop. You will work directly alongside engineers to build and validate new hardware on its path to flight qualification, spanning a wide variety of products and processes. We are looking for someone with sharp hands-on technical instincts, a high standard for workmanship, and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subsystems from engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications

• Operate test equipment to validate and characterize hardware under development

• Work closely with engineering throughout build and test, communicating clearly and responding to feedback quickly

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and tolerances including GD&T

• Document assembly and test results accurately to support engineering iteration

• Identify and communicate defects or anomalies to engineering promptly

• Adapt to new products, processes, and test setups with a problem-solving mindset

• Strong attention to detail and able to stay organized

• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision

• Positive attitude, reliable, and works well on a team

 

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment

• Able to read and work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications

• Skilled with mechanical hand tools

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR

 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment

• Experience operating, programming, or setting up automated or semi-automated test equipment

• Experience building and testing avionics, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or power electronics components

• Experience operating plastic injection molding equipment is a bonus

• Familiarity with data acquisition systems

 

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to travel as needed in response to business needs with short notice

• Must be able to work extended hours, including weekends, as needed to meet business needs

• This position in based in El Segundo, CA and requires being on-site