Mechanical Assembly Technician

Location: Littleton

Description

Acara Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our client on a Temp to Hire opportunity located in Littleton CO 80127

Payrate: $27 - $33/hr.

Shift: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts; overtime may be required.

Temp to Hire

Position Summary

The Mechanical Assembly Technician supports spacecraft hardware assembly, component integration, and environmental test campaigns in a precision aerospace manufacturing environment. This role works closely with engineering and production teams to build, test, and document high-reliability space hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical hardware per drawings and written work instructions
• Operate torque wrenches and precision hand tools to meet specifications
• Integrate components onto spacecraft and propulsion hardware
• Install project-specific sensors (thermistors, accelerometers, etc.)
• Support propulsion module and spacecraft environmental testing
• Troubleshoot hardware issues in collaboration with engineering
• Perform visual inspections (IPI) and ensure quality compliance
• Document build processes and maintain accurate records
• Follow AS9100 manufacturing standards and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Required Skills /

Qualifications:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

Minimum 2 years' experience in the following:

• Mechanical assembly experience
• Experience using hand tools and torque tools
• Experience performing visual inspections
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Preferred Skills /

Qualifications:

• Experience with fabrication and test environments
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Cleanroom experience
• Experience with non-conformance resolution
• Familiarity with Visio, Excel, or CAD software
• Strong time-management skills
• AS9100 manufacturing experience

After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Talent Rise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.