Assembly & Test Technician I
Location: Chaska, MN (On-site)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Our client is a leading aerospace and defense manufacturer specializing in precision electromechanical products, including brushless DC motor systems used in power and actuation applications. They're hiring an
Assembly & Test Technician I to join their production floor team, building and testing critical hardware that goes into demanding aerospace and defense systems.
This is a hands-on role for someone with strong mechanical aptitude who takes pride in precision work - soldering, winding, crimping, bonding, and assembling components to exact specifications, then verifying they perform exactly as designed.
What You'll Do
- Assemble and test electromechanical hardware and subassemblies per drawings, work instructions, and routings
- Solder, crimp, wind, bond, and assemble critical electronic and mechanical components
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Use precision measuring tools - micrometers, calipers, depth mics - to confirm geometries and dimensions
- Set up and operate test equipment: multimeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters, torque wrenches, dynamometers, load cells
- Conduct functional testing, troubleshoot failures, perform rework, and document results accurately
- Maintain accurate parts counts and job documentation throughout the build process
- Identify root causes of test failures and support corrective action efforts
- Follow ESD (electrostatic discharge) handling procedures for sensitive components
- Package finished hardware per ESD procedures
- Maintain clean, working condition of hand tools and flag equipment needing repair
- Identify and report routing or documentation discrepancies to your supervisor
- Contribute ideas to Lean/continuous improvement initiatives
What You Bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated mechanical/technical aptitude with hands-on assembly or test experience
- Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical drawings
- Strong attention to detail; comfortable in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer literacy, including MS Office
- Must be a U.S. Citizen (ITAR/export control requirement)
Nice to Have
- Prior experience with soldering, crimping, or wire harness assembly
- Experience working to mil-spec or aerospace/defense quality standards
- Familiarity with ESD-safe handling procedures
Work Environment
- Manufacturing/production floor environment
- Use of hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment
- Proper PPE required for chemical handling as applicable
Benefits
Competitive base salary plus quarterly bonus, medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous tuition assistance, paid vacation/sick/personal time, paid holidays, and flexible/compressed work week options.
Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/IWD/Veterans. Veterans encouraged to apply.