Engineering Technician - Assembly (First Shift)

Post Date

Nov 13, 2025

Location

Santa Clara,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

95054
US
Jan 29, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Mechanical Assembler

Req #

SJC-dffee64e-4224-4e42-a19e-d0b942d97e25

Pay Rate

$41 - $51 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an Engineering Technician - Assembly, to sit onsite at an Aerospace client in Santa Clara, CA. This person will work closely with engineers and technicians to support the assembly, integration, and testing of electromechanical systems for an eVTOL aircraft. You will play a key role in ensuring product quality, troubleshooting issues, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Some day-to-day tasks include: interpreting drawings/schematics, assembling mechanical and structural sub-systems following engineering drawings, torque specifications, installing and alignment of major components.

(This role can pay $40-50 depending on years of experience).

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

● Minimum 5+ years of experience in the aerospace and/or automotive industry as an engineering technician.
● Associate’s degree or certification in a field of engineering technology (4+ years of experience can substitute for education requirements)
● Solid understanding of mechanical and structural assembly techniques
● Knowledge of aircraft safety procedures
● Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering instructions, and FAA guidelines.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various teams.
● Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
● Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with shifting priorities.
● New Product Development experience in Aerospace & Aviation

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

●A&P certification or equivalent experience.
● Experience in Computer-Aided Design software (CAD) such as SolidWorks,
Siemens NX, Catia, Etc.
● Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve
integration and/or mechanical issues.
● Experience working with electric aircraft, aircraft configuration management, and FAA conformity.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.