Aerospace Precision Assembler — Prototyping & First Article

Filconn-Inc; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Qnnect is seeking an experienced assembler to perform advanced precision assembly of aerospace and defense components, including complex multi‑part builds, prototype and First Article work, and detailed wiring tasks in Chandler, AZ.

The role requires interpreting drawings and travelers, certs like IPC J-STD-001, AS9100 experience, and the ability to guide less experienced workers while maintaining strict documentation and traceability.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Advanced precision assembly

Soldering & wiring

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Mentoring others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5+ years aerospace/assembly experience

IPC J-STD-001 certification

AS9100 environment experience

Tools

Microscopes

Precision hand tools

Measuring equipment

Documentation tools

Job description

Qnnect is seeking an experienced assembler to perform advanced precision assembly of aerospace and defense components, including complex multi‑part builds, prototype and First Article work, and detailed wiring tasks in Chandler, AZ.

The role requires interpreting drawings and travelers, certs like IPC J-STD-001, AS9100 experience, and the ability to guide less experienced workers while maintaining strict documentation and traceability.