Aerotek is hiring Aerospace Manufacturing Technicians to support the fabrication, assembly, and testing of critical flight hardware and prototype aerospace components. This role requires expertise in electro-mechanical assembly, blueprint and schematic reading, and troubleshooting. Candidates should have experience working with hand tools, power tools, and electrical and mechanical manufacturing equipment. Responsibilities: • Fabricate, assemble, and validate critical flight hardware, including mechanical and electrical components • Assist engineers in prototype hardware manufacturing, infrastructure development, and testing • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and flight drawings to ensure precise assembly • Perform troubleshooting and testing of electrical and mechanical systems • Identify and communicate non-conformances to engineering and quality teams • Operate and maintain manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards • Work with manufacturing and facilities teams to optimize processes and ensure production efficiency • Follow detailed process instructions and quality assurance protocols Skills & Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in aerospace, mechanical assembly, or electro-mechanical manufacturing • Ability to read and work from schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings • Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical components • Experience with hand tools, crimpers, drills, taps, torque wrenches, power tools, and air tools • Familiarity with soldering, harnessing, and crimping (J-STD or NASA certifications preferred) • Knowledge of adhesives, chemical cleaners, and coatings used in aerospace manufacturing • Experience with electrical and non-electrical manufacturing equipment • Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Why Join Us? • Competitive pay ($22 – $35/hr DOE) – Weekly Pay • Fast hiring process – Interviews next week, immediate start • Work on cutting-edge aerospace technology in a dynamic environment • Career growth opportunities in aerospace manufacturing **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Goleta,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.