Mechanical Technician - Aerotek : Job Details

As an Assembler, you will be responsible for assembling small drones, measuring three feet or smaller, for military and defense applications. The role requires standing on your feet throughout the day and using small hand tools to make and assemble parts and sub-assemblies. Performing quality checks on parts to ensure they are made correctly is a crucial aspect of this position. Following checklists and procedures with a strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble small drones for military and defense applications.
• Use small hand tools to make and assemble parts and sub-assemblies.
• Conduct quality checks on parts to verify accuracy and quality.
• Follow detailed checklists and procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude throughout the assembly process.

Essential Skills:

• Experience in medical assembly, medical device, and hand tools.
• Proficiency in quality control and UAV, UAS, Drone assembly.
• Familiarity with box builds, RC, MOS codes, and avionics.
• Understanding of optical payloads, weapons systems, and electrical systems.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, and work with small parts.
• Experience with small assemblies and tight tolerances.
• Computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow checklists and procedures diligently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Quality certifications such as TS16949, ISO 9001, and AS 9100.
• Experience with ERP systems, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly.
• Military experience, medical device assembly, and bench tech skills.
• Familiarity with RC hobby and avionics.

Why Work Here?

Join a top 5 company renowned for its fascinating products and enjoy a supportive and rewarding work environment. Benefit from a 1st shift schedule, free breakfast and lunch every day, and great benefits if you become a permanent employee, including zero healthcare premiums and an onsite gym.

Work Environment:

The work environment is climate-controlled, relaxed, and clean, featuring individual work benches. The shift is from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch and two 15-minute breaks. Overtime is expected.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, Georgia.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/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 Sandy Springs, GA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2025.