Assembly & Test Technician II

TL;DR

Assembly & Test Technician II: Precision assembly and testing of complex production and repair actuators for military aircraft with an accent on dimensional accuracy, blueprint-based mechanical adjustments, and diagnosing test failures. Focus on running hydraulic/mechanical/electronic test equipment, validating acceptance test procedures, and ensuring units meet current revision requirements.

Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $28.00–$36.00 hourly

Company

hirify.global designs and integrates flight control actuation systems for military aircraft.

What you will do

• Perform precision assembly on complex production and repair actuators.
• Adjust and align assemblies using shimming and other mechanical adjustment methods specified by blueprints or specifications.
• Use precision measuring equipment (dial indicators, calipers, micrometers) to meet assembly-build requirements and maintain dimensional accuracy with torque wrenches, fixtures, tooling, and gages.
• Run test operations on production or repair mechanical/hydraulic actuators using required hydraulic, mechanical, and electronic test equipment.
• Diagnose common test failures, recommend or perform rework, and hold problem units for engineering disposition.
• Test repair models for conformance to acceptance test procedures and order parts using RUR and WDS systems with proper documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of assembly experience (mechanical, hydraulic, electromechanical, or electronic).
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written and oral work instructions in English.
• Experience with precision assembly and test of hydraulic, mechanical, and electromechanical flight actuators.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment (dial indicators, calipers, micrometers).
• Ability to diagnose/troubleshoot mechanical components and test failures.
• Security Clearance: possess or be able to obtain Security Clearance.

Nice to have

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
• Assembly experience in the Aerospace industry.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook).

Culture & Benefits

• 401(k) matching and eligibility for Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations).
• Flexible paid time off, holidays, and parental leave program; relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and EAP coverage plus supplemental benefits.
• Tuition assistance, mentorship/coaching, and leadership development programs.
• Warm, respectful culture supported by 12 core values and employee resource groups.

Hiring process

• Review application for assembly/testing experience and eligibility for Security Clearance.
• Interview and/or onsite evaluation aligned to assembly and test responsibilities.