Assembly Technician in Austin, Texas at Aeon
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Job Description
At Aeon, we design, build, and fly low-cost, modular, weapon systems for ground and air platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and small team that allows us to iterate, build and test quickly. If you are looking to solve hard technical problems with a team of passionate engineers in a hands-on, fast-paced environment, Aeon is the place for you.
This is a full-time, in-person role located in Austin, TX with plans to move to Cedar Park, TX early 2027.
- Perform assembly operations per available drawings, control plans, and evolving work instructions
- Co-author initial work instructions, build sequencing, and inspection checkpoints with Manufacturing Engineering, drawing on hands-on build knowledge not yet documented
- Diagnose build issues independently; propose fixes and judge when a deviation can proceed versus needs engineering sign-off
- Support fixture and tooling setup; provide input on fixture/tooling design based on what's actually workable on the floor
- Flag nonconformances and help define inspection checkpoints in coordination with Quality
- Maintain traceability by following part numbering and revision control procedures as they're implemented
- Use and help validate digital work instructions, including device-triggered steps (torque tools, sensors, guided assembly)
- Train and check out other operators/technicians on builds you own as the team grows
- High school diploma/GED; technical or vocational training a plus
- MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Significant hands-on assembly experience with complex or precision components, ideally including experience where you were relied on as a go-to build expert
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot build issues independently and communicate clearly about tradeoffs and risk
- Comfortable working without a fully defined process, and helping build documentation as you go
- Attention to detail and comfort working in a quality-critical environment
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or another regulated manufacturing environment
- Experience with GD&T interpretation
- Experience handling and assembling electro-mechanical assemblies and familiarity with related protocols and standards to perform such work
- Prior experience with an MES platform
Fully Company-Sponsored Health Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at no cost to you, including coverage for eligible dependents, plus HSA and FSA options.
Team Events & Company Celebrations: Connect with colleagues through team-building activities, employee events, and celebrations.
Complimentary Daily Lunches: Enjoy company provided lunches served onsite each workday.
Snacks & Beverages: Enjoy complementary snacks, drinks, and refreshments available throughout the workday.
Requires U.S. person status under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected noncitizen such as refugee/asylee) due to access to ITARcontrolled defense articles or technical data.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Job duties and responsibilities may be modified, expanded, or adjusted at any time to meet business needs, with or without notice.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position successfully. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws, provided such accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support portions of our hiring process, including application and resume reviews. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. All hiring decisions are made by company representatives
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