Engineering Technician (Contract)

The role

The Engineering Technician will support prototype development and production activities. You will work alongside engineers and shop personnel to build, assemble, and test complex mechanical and electrical systems for advanced aerospace applications.

What you will do

• Build and assemble aerospace components from solid models, drawings, and process specifications
• Support composite fabrication, including prepreg and wet layups, vacuum bagging, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing
• Drill, torque, and install fasteners, rivets, adhesives, and shims with precision
• Fabricate tooling and molds using aluminum, composites, and wood
• Assemble and wire subassemblies and electrical harnesses for integration and testing
• Set up production work areas with the necessary tooling and equipment
• Operate a wide range of shop equipment and metrology tools
• Participate in testing, inspection, and troubleshooting of components and assemblies
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and safety
• Mentor entry-level engineers on equipment operation, mechanical systems, and shop safety practices

Required qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training
• At least one year of relevant hands-on experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, electrical systems, and fabrication practices
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and CAD models
• Experience with aerospace materials, composites, and precision measurement tools (CMM, Romer Arm, etc.)
• Ability to apply good judgment in fixing, modifying, and improving processes and assemblies
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering, production, and quality teams
• A continuous improvement approach and eagerness to expand into new technical areas such as welding, additive manufacturing, and advanced testing

Nice to have

• Familiarity with GD&T

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Other benefits
• Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together

About the company

Re:Build is an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators. Answer Engineering, a Re:Build Manufacturing company, provides aerospace design and analysis services.