Electronic Assembler

Electronic Assembler – Microwave Products Group

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Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission‑critical engineered electronic components and subsystems. We operate five business units in six manufacturing locations and serve military, space, aerospace, and telecom infrastructure markets.

Builds and assembles electronic components utilizing appropriate machinery and tools to ensure quality and proficiency in the completed product. Utilizes various soldering techniques determined specifically by product criteria. Must adhere to the building requirements and specifications shown in the MOP (manufacturing operating procedures) and BOM (bill of materials) and work instructions. Conducts inspection of completed work and cleans finished products according to established procedures.

Must measure tolerances, use microscope for detailed work, troubleshoot and resolve problem areas. Records job‑specific data on forms, logs, time sheets and other required documentation. Equipment used includes, but is not limited to, small hand tools (tweezers, cutters and screwdrivers), soldering irons, hot plates, microscope, calipers, cutting devices, cleaning machine and continuity testers.

• Performs any combination of tasks to assemble electronic components, subassemblies, products, or systems: reads work orders, follows production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
• Positions and aligns parts in specified relationship to each other in jig, fixture, or other holding device.
• Crimps, stakes, screws, welds, solders, cements, press fits, or performs similar operations to join or secure parts in place, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Connects component lead wires to printed circuit or routes and connects wires between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals, and contact points, using soldering, welding, thermocompression, or related bonding procedures and equipment.
• May assemble and attach hardware, such as caps, knobs, and switches, to assemblies.
• Performs intermediate assembly tasks, such as potting, encapsulating, sanding, cleaning, epoxy bonding, and curing parts and assemblies.
• Adjusts or trims materials from components to achieve specified electrical or dimensional characteristics.
• Performs online go‑not‑go testing and inspection, using magnifying devices (such as microscopes), measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment, to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
• May perform assembly operations under microscope or other magnifying device.

High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of 6 months related experience or specialized training. Previous soldering experience or skills required. J‑STD or IPC certification required. Mathematical skills required with emphasis on the ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages. Ability to interpret bar graphs. Thorough knowledge of calibration, reading drawings, blueprints and schematics.

Base pay range: $17.00 /hr – $21.00 /hr. Bonus eligible: discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability; company‑paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits;

parental, military, jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off (10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided by state and local laws); tuition…