Drone Mechanic

Drone Mechanical Assembler

Join our team to assemble small drones, measuring 3 feet or smaller, primarily for military and defense applications. This position requires standing throughout the day and utilizing small hand tools to assemble parts and sub-assemblies. Quality checks are an integral part of this role, ensuring that all components meet the necessary standards. Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assemble small drones for military and defense applications.
• Stand on feet for extended periods while performing assembly tasks.
• Utilize small hand tools to make and assemble parts and sub-assemblies.
• Conduct quality checks on parts to verify proper construction.
• Follow detailed checklists and procedures to ensure quality.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.

Essential Skills

• Experience with medical assembly, medical devices, and hand tools.
• Knowledge of UAV, UAS, drones, and related systems.
• Familiarity with box builds, RC, MOS codes, and avionics.
• Ability to work with small parts, small assemblies, and tight tolerances.
• Experience in quality control and using calipers and micrometers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Quality certifications such as TS16949, ISO 9001, AS 9100.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic assembly.
• Military experience and knowledge of weapons systems and electrical systems.
• Experience in avionics, RC hobbies, and medical device assembly.
• Ability to follow detailed checklists and procedures.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.