**Job Title: Assembly Technician** **Job Description** The Assembly Technician plays a crucial role in the setup and operation of automated lay-up machines. You will be responsible for performing composite lay-up fabrication and assembly tasks using carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other lightweight materials, utilizing fabrication tooling materials and automated or motorized equipment. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate automated lay-up machines. + Perform composite lay-up fabrication and assembly tasks with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other lightweight materials. + Utilize fabrication tooling materials and automated/motorized equipment. + Read and interpret electrical blueprints. + Conduct electrical installation and assembly. + Select correct parts, materials, tools, assemblies, standards, and hardware to accomplish work statements according to planned operations. + Report job constraints, including errors caused by workmanship, defects in parts, materials, assembly procedures, tools, sequences, etc., following established procedures. + Prepare test articles, fixtures, and data collection devices for various tests. + Apply routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements. **Essential Skills** + 3 years of electrical installation/assembly experience. + Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in electrical assembly, electrical wiring, and blueprint interpretation. + Proficiency in production techniques, hand tool usage, welding, mechanical assembly, and fabrication. **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team that supports the SLS rocket project for NASA, providing exciting opportunities for growth and development. Benefit from comprehensive training on SLS-specific projects and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace technology. **Work Environment** This role requires comfort with heights as contractors will use a JLG lift. Daily responsibilities include installing electrical components on the SLS rocket for NASA. The work will be performed across various areas of the NOLA site to support the SLS team's electrical needs. Comprehensive training will be provided upon arrival on-site. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of New Orleans, LA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $27.50 - $32.00/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 New Orleans,LA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026. **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 meets 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.