Electromechanical Assembler
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer
Electromechanical Assembler I
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc. is seeking a full-time Electromechanical Assembler I to work in the Johnstown, PA location. Electromechanical Assembler will perform electro-mechanical assembly of various assemblies related to the Remote Weapon Station and other various product lines.
Essential Functions Of Job:
- Maintain active certification of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001.
- Perform electromechanical assembly operations using basic tools as well as special tooling such as tape measure/ruler, torque wrenches/drivers, pneumatic tools, heat guns, crimpers, calipers, solder iron, hydraulic press by following a detailed build process.
- Maintain assigned tooling and ensure calibrated tools are within current calibration cycle.
- Order materials using Material Request Application or IPS/Vending Machines.
- Ability to use Proflow for timekeeping, production tracking and documentation linked to Enovia (i.e. work instructions).
- Familiarity with Improve/RMS database.
- Reporting progress of job completion, discrepancies in Work Instructions, and build to appropriate lead or manager.
- Perform operations within budgeted Production Order hours and meet Production efficiency goal.
Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma/general education degree (GED)
Number Of Years And Type Of Experience
Required:
- 1 year experience assembling equipment in a production manufacturing environment preferred
- J-STD-001 Certification (Soldering) - As required
- IPC-620 Technician Certification
Minimum Learning Time For This Position Provided Employee Has Necessary
Experience:
- 6 Months (+)
Physical And Mental Demands Of The Job:
Concentration/attentiveness; high level of recordkeeping; read and comprehend instructions/work orders; bend/reach, hear, lift/move up to 50 pounds, sit, see, use of hands to handle objects, walk, ability to work with fine detail and distinguish color.
U.S. Person Requirement:
To comply with U.S. national security requirements mandated under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. will consider only applicants who are U.S. Persons for this position. OR Applicant must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) governing export control. A U.S. Person is a United States Citizen or National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Lawful Temporary Resident, Refugee or Asylee.
In addition to competitive wages, we provide an excellent package of benefits, which presently includes company-paid health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with competitive match, a 9/80 work schedule, life insurance, sick time and paid time off (PTO).
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, Inc. provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
Job Type: Full-time
Pre-employment Requirements:
KDA, Inc. requires all candidates to successfully complete a pre‑employment physical, drug and alcohol screening, and a background investigation as part of the hiring process.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- 9/80
- Anticipated training period: 6 months
Ability To Commute/Relocate:
- Johnstown, PA 15904:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work
Education:
- High school or equivalent
Experience:
- Assembly
Experience:
1 year
Work Location:
In person
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