Assembly & Test Technician

Amca is building airplanes for the 21st century, starting by designing new hardware that flies on today’s planes. Aviation was once humanity’s boldest ambition, but the industry hasn’t successfully built a new plane in 40 years. We don’t think it has to be this way.

Overview:

The Assembly & Test Technician role is responsible for the hands-on assembly and testing of aerospace components and subsystems in Amca's R&D shop. You will work directly alongside engineers to build and validate new hardware on its path to flight qualification, spanning a wide variety of products and processes. We are looking for someone with sharp hands-on technical instincts, a high standard for workmanship, and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble aerospace components and subsystems from engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications

• Operate test equipment to validate and characterize hardware under development

• Work closely with engineering throughout build and test, communicating clearly and responding to feedback quickly

• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and tolerances including GD&T

• Document assembly and test results accurately to support engineering iteration

• Identify and communicate defects or anomalies to engineering promptly

• Adapt to new products, processes, and test setups with a problem-solving mindset

• Strong attention to detail and able to stay organized

• Able to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision

• Positive attitude, reliable, and works well on a team

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment

• Able to read and work from engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical specifications

• Skilled with mechanical hand tools

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in assembly or testing within an aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environment

• Experience operating, programming, or setting up automated or semi-automated test equipment

• Experience building and testing avionics, electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or power electronics components

• Experience operating plastic injection molding equipment is a bonus

• Familiarity with data acquisition systems

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to travel as needed in response to business needs with short notice

• Must be able to work extended hours, including weekends, as needed to meet business needs

• This position in based in El Segundo, CA and requires being on-site

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Amca provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of Amca’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans, individuals with disabilities, or any other reasonable accommodation to reach out to [email protected].