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Aerospace Assembly Technician II (A Shift)

Kent, WA 98032

Posted: 09/08/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 30890 Job Location: Onsite Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description

Position Title: Aerospace Assembly Technician II (A Shift)

Position Description: Protingent has an exciting contract Industrial Engineer III opportunity with our client in Kent, WA.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Assembly of a variety of structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanically actuated component sub-assemblies for launch vehicle and engine components.
  • Assembly of structural components to aerospace standards
  • Work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests
  • Review, edit, and follow work instructions for assembly tasks
  • Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations
  • Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure
  • Ability to work in a team environment with multiple and rapidly changing priorities
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

Job Qualifications:
  • 3-5+ years of experience in precision assembly.
  • Experience drilling and preparing close-tolerance holes for structural assembly and fastener installation.
  • Ability to document and maintain accurate records, strict procedural compliance, as well as read drawings and prints.
  • Ability to use standard tools and basic fabrication equipment.
  • Experience assembling and troubleshooting aerospace, military hardware, or other related fields.
  • Demonstrated ability to use standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must be physically able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, and lift and carry 25 lbs.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.

Desired Job Qualifications:
  • 5+ years’ experience in aerospace or related fields
  • Experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and vehicle integration
  • A&P license or equivalent experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly and integration
  • Familiarity with pressurized system safety for pneumatic and hydraulic systems
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware
  • Experience with 3D measurement tools and Spatial analyzer/Verisurf software
  • Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including hydrogen peroxide, RP, and cryogenics
  • Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools (CREO is preferred), and ability to read and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5M-1994 standard.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Kent, WA.
  • Pay range: $37-42/hr.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role; U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, 2 insurance plans (100% paid for employee only - HDHP plan, and a buy-up POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent:
 Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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