About the role

Position Summary

The Assembly Technician performs the hands-on assembly, installation, integration, and inspection of components and subassemblies used in Skyeton’s unmanned aircraft systems. This position follows approved drawings, bills of material, work instructions, and quality requirements to produce safe, reliable, and conforming aerospace products.

This is a production-floor role in a fast-paced, growing aerospace manufacturing environment. The Assembly Technician uses hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, adhesives, fasteners, and other approved equipment while maintaining accurate build records, material traceability, tool control, and strict compliance with safety, ESD, FOD-prevention, and quality procedures.

What you'll do

• Assemble mechanical, structural, electrical, avionics, payload, and other aircraft components and subassemblies in accordance with approved instructions
• Read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, bills of material, specifications, travelers, visual aids, and work instructions
• Select and verify the correct parts, hardware, tools, consumables, and materials before beginning assembly operations
• Install fasteners, brackets, fittings, wiring, connectors, equipment, and other components using approved methods and sequences
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring devices, fixtures, and production equipment safely and correctly
• Apply specified torque values, sealants, adhesives, thread-locking compounds, labels, and identification markings as required
• Perform basic electrical and mechanical checks, continuity tests, fit checks, functional checks, or other in-process verification as trained
• Inspect completed work for correct configuration, workmanship, dimensions, security, cleanliness, and visible defects
• Accurately complete production travelers, inspection records, material traceability, serial-number records, and electronic transactions
• Identify and report drawing conflicts, damaged parts, shortages, defects, nonconformances, or process concerns before continuing work
• Support troubleshooting, rework, repair, prototype builds, first article activities, testing, and engineering changes as authorized
• Maintain control and accountability of tools, hardware, parts, consumables, and foreign-object debris throughout the build process
• Follow all ESD, FOD-prevention, shelf-life, material-handling, configuration-control, and product-protection requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation using 5S and good housekeeping practices
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and team leadership to meet safety, quality, schedule, and delivery goals
• Perform additional assembly, production, and manufacturing-support duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of assembly, production, manufacturing, maintenance, mechanical, electrical, automotive, aviation, military, or related hands-on experience
• Ability to read and follow drawings, diagrams, bills of material, work instructions, specifications, and written procedures
• Experience using common hand tools, power tools, torque tools, measuring devices, and assembly equipment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn aerospace assembly methods, workmanship standards, and inspection requirements
• Ability to perform detailed and repetitive assembly work while maintaining accuracy and consistent quality
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic work instructions, production records, and inventory transactions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify incorrect parts, defects, damage, or deviations from approved requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while communicating questions, shortages, defects, and safety concerns promptly
• Ability to work scheduled hours and overtime as production needs require
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR/EAR regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of aerospace, aviation, defense, electronics, automotive, or precision-manufacturing assembly experience
• Experience assembling unmanned aircraft systems, aircraft structures, avionics, wiring, payloads, or electromechanical products
• Experience with torque-controlled assembly, calibrated tools, adhesives, sealants, soldering, crimping, or electrical connectors
• Knowledge of AS9100, IPC workmanship standards, ESD control, FOD prevention, first article inspection, or configuration control
• Experience completing production travelers, inspection records, serial-number records, or other traceability documentation
• Technical school, trade school, military technical training, or relevant manufacturing certification
• Experience in a startup, greenfield, or rapidly scaling manufacturing organization

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on assembly capability
• Attention to detail, workmanship, and product quality
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and controlled processes
• Safe and responsible use of tools, equipment, and materials
• Dependability, punctuality, and consistent follow-through
• Clear communication and effective teamwork
• Ability to learn new products, tools, and assembly methods quickly
• Commitment to safety, quality, traceability, security, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical insurance: voluntary health insurance program
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding aerospace organization
• Opportunity to work on innovative unmanned aerial systems and advanced aerospace technologies

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site role located in Fayetteville, North Carolina
• Work is performed primarily in aerospace production, assembly, warehouse, inspection, and test environments
• Regular use of hand tools, power tools, torque tools, fixtures, computers, measuring devices, adhesives, sealants, and approved chemicals
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, reach, grip, push, pull, and perform repetitive hand and finger movements
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with assistance or appropriate lifting equipment
• Exposure to noise, moving equipment, machinery, chemicals, adhesives, composites, and ESD-controlled or FOD-controlled areas
• Must wear required PPE and may be required to work overtime or adjusted schedules based on production and delivery needs

Equal Opportunity Statement

Skyeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Skyeton is committed to providing reasonable ac

About Skyeton, Inc

Skyeton is an aerospace and defense technology company focused on the design, production, and support of advanced unmanned aerial systems. At our growing Fayetteville, North Carolina operation, employees help establish and scale U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities that support demanding customer missions.

Company Culture

Skyeton combines the energy of a growing organization with the discipline required in aerospace manufacturing. We value teamwork, accountability, practical problem-solving, precise execution, and a willingness to improve. Our people make a difference, and every employee contributes directly to product quality, operational readiness, and customer success.