Job Title: Electrical Assembler / Manufacturing Technician
Job Description
This role focuses on building electrical and mechanical components and assembling them into drones and military all-terrain vehicles (M-ATVs) according to detailed blueprints and specifications. You will provide routine technical support to engineers by working with standard components, devices, materials, products, processes, and equipment, ensuring that assemblies meet quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities
Assemble basic electrical and mechanical components and sub-assemblies for drones and military all-terrain vehicles according to blueprints and work instructions.
Read and interpret blueprints, wiring schematics, work instructions, models, and drawings to perform accurate and consistent assemblies.
Prepare products for assembly, including mechanical, harness, cable, and printed circuit board sub-assemblies, as well as spray application and visual inspection.
Perform simple assemblies and hardware installation, including screws, washers, and nuts, while following build documentation and assembly standards.
Use hand tools and torque wrenches to perform pull tests, verify tooling, and ensure secure and reliable connections.
Interpret work instructions and assemble multiple units as part of a structured assembly process, meeting production and quality targets.
Perform basic troubleshooting on assemblies to identify and correct issues in alignment, connections, or component placement.
Carry out specialized manufacturing duties as needed, such as wire preparation, auto bonding, and sleeving.
Conduct quality control checks on completed assemblies and sub-assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and safety requirements.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with workplace safety and housekeeping standards.
Work in and around vehicles, including accessing restricted spaces as required to complete assemblies and installations.
Handle and move heavy materials safely, using proper lifting techniques and following safety procedures.
Essential Skills
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of hand tools and their proper operation.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring schematics.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, stoop, climb, kneel, and bend for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift heavy materials safely and repeatedly.
Ability to access and work within restricted spaces in and around vehicles when necessary.
Capability to follow detailed work instructions, models, and drawings accurately.
Basic troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical assemblies.
Attention to detail and commitment to performing quality work.
Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Soldering experience is a plus.
Experience with wire preparation, auto bond, or sleeving is advantageous.
Prior experience in electrical or mechanical assembly environments is beneficial.
Familiarity with performing pull tests and using torque wrenches is helpful.
Comfort working with printed circuit board sub-assemblies and harness or cable assemblies is an asset.
Why Work Here?
You will join a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies for global defense and commercial applications, offering exposure to advanced systems and platforms. The organization has been consistently recognized as a top workplace in the Greater St. Louis area, reflecting a strong culture of employee engagement and satisfaction. Contractors have successfully transitioned to permanent roles, demonstrating a genuine commitment to long-term career growth and development. You will work in an environment that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, while supporting meaningful projects that have real-world impact.
Work Environment
You will work in a brand-new, climate-controlled facility designed to provide a comfortable and consistent work setting throughout the year. All necessary tools are provided, allowing you to focus on high-quality assembly work without needing to supply your own equipment. The standard schedule runs Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., offering a four-day workweek structure. The facility observes a closure period from mid-December through early January, providing scheduled downtime. The role involves working on and around vehicles, occasionally in restricted spaces, and handling heavy materials while following established safety practices.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgeton, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Bridgeton,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.
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.
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.
