Assembly

Join our team as an Assembly Technician on the 2nd shift from 2pm to 12:30am, Monday through Thursday. This role requires overtime on Fridays, with occasional shifts on Saturdays. You will be responsible for assembling, modifying, and installing aircraft components, sub-assemblies, and structural assemblies to meet customer specifications. Your expertise in basic sheet metal, riveting, assembly methods, and common shop practices will be essential in identifying nonconforming parts and improving manufacturing processes.

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies by interpreting blueprints, specifications, and work orders.
• Ensure all assemblies meet quality requirements and complete required data gathering to facilitate assembly progress.
• Set up and operate various shop equipment such as squeezes, drill motors, and countersink cutters.
• Troubleshoot any problems that arise and propose process improvements.
• Perform rework or modifications as needed during the assembly process.
• Assemble major components of sub-assemblies and perform smaller bench work assemblies.
• Move and obtain correct parts, materials, tools, and assemblies as necessary.

• High school diploma or GED, with one to two years of related experience or training.
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with complex assembly and structures mechanic.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing regarding work processes.
• Time management skills.

• Six months of vocational training preferred.
• Familiarity with equipment such as forklifts, drill presses, floor-mounted rivet presses, and overhead cranes.
• Five years of experience in complex assembly and structures.
• Previous experience with Spirit, Boeing, Textron, or Cessna is preferred.

Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement. Enjoy a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development. Benefit from working in a climate-controlled environment that prioritizes safety and employee well-being.

This role is based in a climate-controlled area, requiring the use of steel toe boots. The work environment is often loud and involves exposure to vibration, moving mechanical parts, and fumes. Employees will work full-time on the first shift, with reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 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.