Assembler- Soldering

We are a fast‑paced business with ambitious growth plans; if you are dedicated, enthusiastic, and constantly looking for ways to improve, you’ll enjoy a career with us. Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Our Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. We have more than 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, and have more than doubled in size since 2019.

Our team is looking for an Assembler – Soldering III at our Chatsworth, CA office.

• Perform precision mechanical assembly and hand soldering of complex aerospace assemblies, subassemblies, wiring, connectors, and electronic components in accordance with engineering drawings, IPC workmanship standards, and customer specifications.
• Assemble, install, align, inspect, and verify mechanical and electro‑mechanical components using hand tools, torque equipment, measuring devices, and soldering equipment while maintaining critical tolerances and workmanship standards.
• Conduct in‑process inspections, functional verification, basic testing, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, or solder‑related issues while supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, inspection, and test documentation while ensuring compliance with company procedures, IPC standards, customer requirements, and applicable aerospace quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement by recommending enhancements to assembly methods, soldering techniques, tooling, work instructions, product quality, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership by mentoring assemblers, supporting new product introductions, collaborating with Engineering and Quality, and serving as a subject‑matter resource for assembly and soldering best practices.

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training in electronics, manufacturing, or related field preferred.
• Ability to perform with minimum supervision and direction.

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401(k) plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development
• Employee referral program

Pay Range: $22–$36 per hour.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Export Control Compliance:
This position requires a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee). The role must meet export control compliance requirements.