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Mechanical Assembly Technician

CompanyOnboard Systems International
LocationVancouver
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 8, 2026
About The Company
Onboard Systems designs and manufactures a complete line of innovative helicopter lift equipment including hoists (through Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch in Anaheim, California), and belly hooks, cargo hook suspension systems, onboard weighing systems and remote hooks (through Onboard Systems International in Vancouver, Washington). Onboard Systems operates as part of Signia Aerospace.
About the Role

Description

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.


Onboard Systems International is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, proprietary weighing systems and a Human External Cargo (HEC) line of equipment. In addition to serving every major OEM, the company heavily targets helicopter owners like municipals, fire, search and rescue operators and utility companies. In total, we serve over 1,000 customers around the world


Position Overview


Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite)

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour


The Mechanical Assembly Technician will support the production team by primarily working in mechanical assembly or as a part of our maintenance, repair and overhaul department. This role will be assembling, tearing down, and rebuilding mechanical aerospace components per drawing and documentation requirements. This is a physical role requiring gross and fine motor skill aptitude. You will use hand tools to assemble and measure our products including cargo hooks and their components. You will be required to follow written plans and blueprints.


Qualified applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as an MRO tech, approximately 6 months after being hired, you may be subject to FAA drug testing regulations if you join our repair roster, which includes random drug screen for federally banned substances including marijuana.


What You’ll Do

  • Assemble or repair mechanical aerospace components per drawing & documentation requirements
  • Conduct testing & troubleshooting of finished goods
  • Potential to perform bead-blasting or other secondary processes of CNC components as Needed
  • Disassemble, clean, and inspect components for repair.
  • Assist in the shipping department by shipping our products internationally while following regulatory requirements
  • Support the QC team by inspecting products and their parts, using basic hand tools
  • Operating the computerized parts pulling machine


Who You Are

  • Proficiency working with, and following, build instructions, plans, and drawings
  • High attention to detail
  • Basic Mechanical Skills
  • Minimum 1 year of experience performing similar work in assembly, WC, Shipping/receiving or quality is required.


What’s In It for You

  • Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching


Key Skills
Mechanical assemblyBlueprint readingHand toolsTroubleshootingQuality controlShipping and receivingTechnical documentationComponent inspectionBead-blastingAttention to detailMechanical aptitudeComputerized parts pulling
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineeringLogistics
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife insuranceDisability insurancePaid time offHolidays401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The technician will assemble, disassemble, and repair mechanical aerospace components according to technical drawings and documentation. They will also support the shipping and quality control departments while maintaining production equipment.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$21 - $26
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
135
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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