Assembly & Test Technician I

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
  

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.