• Heavy Equipment Mechanic

    Aerotek (Fort Walton Beach, FL)


    Job Title: Installer** **Job Description

     

    As an Installer, you will perform basic and routine electronic and mechanical assembly operations on components, printed circuit boards, and subassemblies. Your role involves installing and assisting with testing unmanned ground vehicle systems in various vehicles at company or customer facilities. You will apply appropriate processes, procedures, safety measures, and tools to support ground vehicle system assembly and installation. You will work independently or as part of a team performing electronics assembly and electro-mechanical hardware installations to support the company’s Unmanned Vehicle programs.

    Responsibilities

    + Position and align parts in specified relationships to each other and mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards.

    + Route electrical cables and wiring, connect and adjust mechanical linkages, mount brackets and electronic enclosures, and all other associated parts and components in a neat and organized manner.

    + Cut and drill into sheet metal or plastic of vehicles as required to facilitate installation of hardware while striving to be minimally invasive and avoid collateral damage to the greatest extent possible.

    Essential Skills

    + Soldering, cable assembly, PCB, electronics assembly, circuit card, CCA, through hole, surface mount, IPC, J-STD, wire harness, avionics.

    + Proficiency in using crimper, stripper, hand tools, and ability to read blueprints/drawings.

    + Troubleshooting skills and ability to follow work instructions and schematics.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 2-4 years of experience.

    + Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.

    + Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary and adhere to workplace rules.

    + Knowledge of electro-mechanical systems as they pertain to the automotive industry is desired.

    + Basic knowledge of automotive mechanics and electrical systems is desired.

    + Working knowledge of a multi-meter is desired.

    + Ability to create technical sketches, either by hand or in CAD software.

    + Ability to read and write effectively in English.

    + Experience with technical writing is desired.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage, Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, and a 401(k) Savings Plan. Employees can also participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and benefit from Paid Time-Off (PTO), Holidays, and Education Reimbursement.

    Work Environment

    This position operates within a production and office environment, with a 9/80 schedule, allowing every other Friday off. Employees are expected to work from 7 am to 5 pm most days, with availability on off Fridays and weekends as required. The role requires the ability to stand and sit for long periods, perform repetitive motions, and handle small parts assembly. A valid driver's license is necessary, and the ability to maneuver around various types of vehicles in outdoor, unconditioned air is essential. Travel up to 25% is required, with the ability to travel by air or motor vehicle. A passport is required, or the willingness to obtain one at the company's expense, for potential overseas work travel. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of FORT WALTON BEACH, FL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in FORT WALTON BEACH,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.