About this role
Job Title: AssemblerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a detail-oriented Assembler to join a growing electronics manufacturing team that supports advanced radar and defense technologies. In this role, you build, solder, inspect, and assemble electronic and mechanical subassemblies used in mission-critical products. You work from blueprints and work instructions, perform precision assembly, and uphold the highest quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.
Responsibilities
- Assemble electronic and mechanical subassemblies used in advanced radar and defense systems.
- Perform precision electronic assembly, including soldering and component installation, following detailed work instructions.
- Use hand and power tools to build, fasten, and secure components to meet engineering and production specifications.
- Read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, schematics, and written work instructions to complete tasks accurately.
- Inspect completed assemblies for quality, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications.
- Identify and report any defects, nonconformances, or issues observed during the assembly process.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a manufacturing environment.
- Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve assembly issues and improve processes.
- Follow all company procedures and quality standards to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
- Work independently on assigned tasks while effectively partnering with team members when needed.
- Support organizational growth and change by adapting to evolving processes, tools, and production requirements.
Essential Skills
- Experience in mechanical assembly in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Experience in electronic assembly, including working with electronic components and assemblies.
- Proficiency in using hand and power tools for assembly work.
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail with a consistent commitment to quality and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with team members.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have U.S. Passport., Birth Certificate, or Naturalized Citizenship Certificate
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience working in an electronics, aerospace, or defense manufacturing environment.
- Comfort working in a technical and manufacturing setting with mission-driven products.
- Ability to adapt to significant organizational growth and change.
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams, including international partners.
- Reliability and willingness to follow established production processes and procedures.
Why Work Here? You join a rapidly growing organization with a strong technical and manufacturing focus, where your work directly supports mission-driven defense technology. The company offers meaningful opportunities to make an immediate impact, along with clear paths for career advancement and potential consideration for internal opportunities as early as approximately the six-month mark. You benefit from strong benefits, an attractive 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, a supportive holiday calendar including a company shutdown around holidays, and exposure to a larger international organization with global collaboration.
Work EnvironmentYou work 100% onsite in a manufacturing environment on a 9/80 schedule, giving you every other Friday off. The facility operates with close team collaboration and evolving systems and processes driven by significant organizational growth and change. You are part of an operation of approximately 190 employees with numerous openings that reflect ongoing expansion, and you collaborate closely with teams at other international locations. The role requires full commitment to working onsite, in a setting focused on production, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Germantown,MD.
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.