AEROSPACE ASSEMBLER I

Phoenix Logistics, LLC; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical, dental, vision, and life

Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays

Tuition assistance for professional成长

Perks at Work discount program

Job summary

PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, is hiring an Aerospace Assembler I to support fabrication of wire harnesses and aerospace components in Gilbert, AZ. Start Date: August 24, 2026. Schedule: Mon-Thu 5:00am - 3:30pm.

The role involves assembling wire harnesses, meeting production schedules, and learning the PLEX system. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and basic computer skills; IPC-620/J-STD certifications encouraged. Pay is $18/hr with benefits and PTO.

Qualifications

• Ability to use measuring equipment such as scales, calipers, micrometers.
• Ability to read, understand, and execute blueprints and wiring schematics.
• Qualification in IPC-620 and J-STD preferred/required after training.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and fabricate wire harnesses.
• Meet customer and internal production schedules.
• Utilize PLEX operating system as it relates to production.
• Maintain clean, organized work area according to 6S.
• Communicate with procurement and suppliers as needed.
• Adhere to Employment Handbook policies and procedures.

Skills

Measuring equipment

Blueprints & schematics

Reading wiring diagrams

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IPC-620 certification

J-STD certification

Job description

At PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, our team members have incredible opportunities to support fabrication work of critical aerospace/space products for prime initiatives and projects in the aerospace and defense industries. We look for people who are team players, collaborative and bring bold new ideas. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our customers while offering the opportunity for career growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. We are now hiring for an AEROSPACE ASSEMBLER I.

Start Date: August 24, 2026

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm

Pay: $18/hr

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As the AEROSPACE ASSEMBLER I, responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Assembly and fabrication of wire harnesses.
• Understand PLI Manufacturing, Customer, and Industry standards and requirements.
• Communicate clearly with the Procurement department and suppliers as needed.
• Work to meet customer and internal production schedules.
• Maintain a high level of integrity dealing with all departments within the organization.
• Identify process improvements.
• Maintain work area to appropriate standards, based on 6S methodologies.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures described in the Employment Handbook.
• Drive to meet or exceed time goals for each job performed.
• Learn to utilize PLEX operating system as related to Production and job function.

ABOUT YOU:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to use and read measuring equipment, such as scales, calipers, micrometers, crimpers, and other hand tools.
• Ability to learn how to read, understand, and execute both written and verbal instructions such as blueprints and electrical wiring schematics.
• Ability to learn, comprehend, and obtain the internal IPC-620 and J-STD certification.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Basic Computer Experience, (Microsoft Office-Excel, Word).
• Effective communication skills, motivated, self-starter, punctual.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.

BENEFITS:

• Starting pay: $18 per hour, eligible for increase upon successful completion of training
• 401K
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance for professional growth
• Perks at Work discount program

Education

• High School (required)

Experience

• Wire Harness a plus (preferred)
• Cabling a plus (preferred)
• Aerospace a plus (preferred)

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