**Job Title: Mechanical Assembler** **Job Description** Join the largest global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment in the aviation and aerospace industries as a Mechanical Assembler. Contribute to the assembly of cutting-edge equipment in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. **Responsibilities** + Assemble pre-formed sheet metal components using drills, wrenches, and other hand/power tools. + Read and interpret drawings and sketches to ensure precision in assembly. + Maintain a daily time log of work completed on manufacturing and production travelers. + Conduct sub-assemblies for custom-built Ground Support Equipment units for major airlines and government entities. + Perform additional duties as assigned to support production needs. **Essential Skills** + At least 1 year of assembly or production experience. + Mechanical aptitude, preferably with experience in the automotive field. + Proficiency in taking accurate measurements using a tape measure. + Experience in using hand and power tools. + Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a daily basis. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience beyond entry-level in assembly or production settings. + True mechanical experience, beyond basic automotive service roles. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy stability with a company that balances military and commercial projects, ensuring consistent work throughout the year. As a permanent employee, receive 15 days of PTO, birthday leave, and vouchers for shoes, safety glasses, and uniforms. Benefit from opportunities for career advancement in a growing industry supporting prominent companies. Thrive in a fast-paced environment with a company known for innovation and engineering excellence. **Work Environment** Work on a large shop floor with over 170 people on 1st shift and around 20 on 2nd shift. Enjoy a production setting where jeans and shirts are acceptable, with uniforms provided within a month. Tools are provided, and steel-toed boots are required. Be prepared for a lively atmosphere, especially during busy seasons, with potential overtime on weekends and weekdays. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Windsor, Connecticut. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Windsor,CT. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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 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.