Assembler

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. SUMMARY OF POSITION The Assembler will be responsible for locating, fitting, and assembling manufactured and supplied parts in accordance with customer blueprints and specifications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Review blueprint details and assemblies Check all details, assemblies, and finished products for conformance to blueprint dimensions and identification Visually install details, assemblies, and hardware such as keenserts, bushings, and thermocouples Identify molds and tools per customer blueprint, tool and purchase order requirements using tags, engraving machines, stencils and painting Plumb vacuum systems and verify integrity through pressure testing and leak checking Drill clearance holes, Drill and tap holes Participation and take responsibility for 6S Communicate with leads and supervisors Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE 2+ years of experience in assembling work in similar industries or environments Ability to use manual inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc) Basic knowledge of the Metric System This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.
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R. is required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Blueprint interpretation and GD&T (fractions, decimals, and tolerancing) Knowledge of manufacturing practices including welding, machining, and fastening Fork and crane operating skills and certification SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Occasional local travel during the business day. WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles The employee may be exposed to vibration The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate May be required to travel to other site locations during the workday May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms Must be able to frequently walk and stand for extended periods of time Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs BENEFITS Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Short
- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance AD&D Insurance PTO 401k Match SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening. This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.
S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.
S. person as a U.
S. Citizen, U.
S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'). Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration