Production Assembly Technician The Structures Company • Portland, Oregon •

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Updated 08/26/2026 Job Description Job Summary

JOB TITLE

Production Assembly Technician

LOCATION

Portland, OR

PAY RATE:

$30.00-35.00/hour We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

Job Type:

Contract (Long Term)

Industry:

Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks:

Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Openings Nationwide:

Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Assembles electro-mechanical products for manufacturing and production operations. Tests products and runs simple software-driven test tools as needed. Documents assembly, testing, and repair activities per manufacturing specifications. Processes work orders and conducts transactions in ERP system for inventory and production tracking. Performs repairs, modification, or overhaul of customer returned units to manufacturing specifications. Evaluates and estimates repair requirements for returned units. Receives and processes inventory and non-inventory materials and supply items. Manages inventory accuracy and maintains inventory records. Packages and ships US and international sales orders. Follows standard operating procedures and quality requirements for production and repair operations.

Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR). 5+ years of experience working in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment as a Production Assembler or Technician. Experience with inventory control, receiving, and shipping in an ITAR or Export Controlled environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Ability to process work orders and conduct transactions in an ERP system. Ability to perform repairs, modification, or overhaul of customer returned units. Ability to evaluate and estimate repair requirements for returned units. Experience with assembly, testing, and documentation of electro-mechanical products. Associates degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs and perform physical activities including stooping, standing, climbing, and working in various environments.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

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