Precision Assembler III

Description

Performs advanced precision assembly of complex aerospace and defense components, custom products, cable assemblies, connectors, and electromechanical assemblies. Works from engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, customer requirements, and work instructions to complete highly detailed assembly, precision soldering, fitting, wiring, and adjustment operations. Serves as a highly skilled individual contributor for complex builds, including prototype and First Article work, and provides technical guidance on established assembly methods without formal supervisory responsibility.

• Perform advanced precision soldering, wiring, cable termination, miniature component assembly, hardware installation, fitting, and adjustment operations using microscopes and precision tools.
• Support prototype builds, First Article builds, engineering changes, and complex production assemblies while maintaining configuration and documentation requirements.
• Interpret detailed drawings and specifications to determine assembly sequence, component orientation, workmanship requirements, and applicable process requirements.
• Perform thorough in-process self-inspection and verify completed work for conformance to workmanship, dimensional, and quality requirements.
• Identify complex assembly or quality concerns, perform permitted adjustments within established requirements, and communicate issues to Production, Quality, or Engineering for resolution.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to less experienced assemblers on established methods, workmanship expectations, and use of tools or equipment; does not have formal supervisory authority.
• Complete production documentation accurately and support traceability, AS9100, customer, and applicable IPC/JSTD requirements.
• Support continuous improvement, 5S, cross-training, and efforts to improve quality, repeatability, productivity, and on-time delivery.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of progressive precision electronic, electromechanical, cable, connector, and aerospace assembly experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently assembling complex products from engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
• Current IPC J-STD-001 certification required when performing work governed by the standard; other customer or process certifications may be required based on assignment.
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing and experience in an AS9100 environment required..
• Experience supporting prototype, First Article, custom, or complex low-volume production builds required.

• Advanced proficiency in precision assembly, soldering, wiring, termination, fitting, and mechanical/electromechanical assembly techniques.
• Advanced ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements, and detailed manufacturing documentation.
• Proficiency using microscopes, precision hand tools, fixtures, and applicable measuring equipment for miniature or tightly controlled assemblies.
• Strong troubleshooting judgment within established assembly procedures, including the ability to recognize complex workmanship or process concerns and elevate appropriately.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and demonstrate established assembly methods to less experienced employees without exercising supervisory authority.
• Exceptional manual dexterity, workmanship, attention to detail, accountability, and ability to consistently produce high-quality assemblies with minimal rework.
• Must be authorized to access information and hardware subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR regulations, including U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, Political Asylees, or Refugees.
• Strong English communication skills, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend instructions and technical information.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus

• Excellent manual dexterity and fine motor control for handling small components and using precision hand…