Engineering Technician C (Aerospace)

Location: Rochester, New York, United States; onsite assembly and integration work. The schedule is 9/80, with every other Friday off. Overtime, shift work, weekends, holidays, and some travel may be required.

Salary: $26.20–$48.79 per hour

Company

Defense technology company delivering mission-critical solutions across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

What you will do

• Perform optical alignment in manufacturing and prototyping environments.
• Assemble and integrate complex electromechanical spaceflight components.
• Work with engineers on new and existing product designs to improve manufacturability.
• Read drawings, blueprints, schematics, and detailed work instructions.
• Measure, inspect, and work with fragile, precise assemblies.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing records and documentation.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance; security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or an associate degree with 0–2 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with verniers, calipers, scales, and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with fragile and precise assemblies.
• Willingness to work overtime, shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel.

Nice to have

• Electrical, mechanical, or optical fabrication experience.
• Aerospace or defense industry experience.
• Experience with cable and harness fabrication, component soldering, and measurement analysis.
• Experience with optical interferometry, MTF testing, lens bench testing, or resolution testing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) matching and flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program and education assistance.
• Parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
• Benefits may vary by hire date, schedule type, and collective bargaining agreement.