Title: Assembly Technician

Company: Heven AeroTech

Location: Winchester, Virginia & Sterling, Virginia

FLSA: Non-Exempt

About Our Company:

At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.

We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart—those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.

Role Summary:

The Assembly Technician is a skilled, hands-on contributor responsible for manufacturing and production-level assembly of electromechanical systems, assemblies, and components. Following established work instructions and procedures, this role assembles, tests, and troubleshoots hardware while also setting up, operating, and maintaining production equipment. The Assembly Technician completes accurate production documentation and supports quality control efforts to ensure efficiency, consistency, and high standards of workmanship.

We are looking for individuals who are hungry, humble, and smart—those who take initiative, continuously seek to improve their skills and processes, collaborate effectively with others, and approach their work with accountability and respect. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Assembly Technician works closely with cross-functional team members to meet production schedules, solve problems, and contribute to a positive, high-performing team environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assemble, integrate, and test electromechanical systems, including electrical components, mechanical parts, and wiring, while interpreting and following blueprints, technical diagrams, procedures, work instructions, and forms. Operate production and test equipment.

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes. Drive company vehicles and trailers as required.

• Complete production work orders, checklists, test reports, and other forms accurately.

• Build technical skills through on-the-job learning, cross-training, and collaboration with senior technicians. Apply feedback and coaching to expand knowledge of assembly processes and troubleshooting techniques.

• Foster effective communication with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure project success.

• Contribute to efforts to enhance production processes to increase efficiency and quality. Work with cross-functional teams to resolve quality and technical issues.

• Uphold industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines in all activities. Other Duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2-5 years of experience as an electromechanical technician, assembler, or in a similar hands-on technical role

• Solid mechanical aptitude regarding electromechanical assembly and the tools/equipment used to manufacture products, with experience in precision assembly and component fitting

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environments

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated passion for operational excellence, innovation, and finding solutions as problems arise

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and maintain credibility in customer, supplier, and co-worker interactions

• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues to drive projects to successful completion in a team environment

• Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts in evolving environments while adjusting work approaches to address complex problems