Assembler and Rework Specialist (2026-098)

Astronics; Washington; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and life ins.

401K & ESPP

Paid time off 120+ hours

12 holidays per year

Work-life balance culture

Job summary

Astronics AES in Redmond, WA seeks an Assembler and Rework Specialist to perform precise rework, repairs and modifications for production and NPI hardware. You will handle wire splicing, soldering, testing and troubleshooting with attention to tolerances and safety.

This role may involve training team members, working from schematics and collaborating with engineering to support development projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4–6 years of direct experience in assembly/rework functions.
• Ability to read drawings/schematics and work with tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced assembly tasks including wire splicing, crimping, leaded and lead-free soldering.
• Execute rework, repairs and modifications to support NPI hardware.
• Train others and guide less experienced team members.
• Set up equipment and adjust processes to technical specs.
• Interact with engineering and manufacturing teams as needed.
• Work from schematics, blueprints, and oral instructions on developmental assemblies.

Skills

Problem solving

Instructing

Time Management

Inspecting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AES Rework Certification

PRB Certification

IPC 7711

IPC 7721

IPC 610

Job description

Assembler and Rework Specialist (2026-098)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Redmond, WA

Description

Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems is on the lookout for an Assembler and Rework Specialist to join our team based in Redmond, WA.

Job Summary

The Assembler and Rework Specialist will perform accurate rework, repairs and modification in order to support production/NPI hardware.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform more advanced assembly skillsets such as wire splicing and crimping, lead and lead-free soldering, and component removal.
• Work with more complex assemblies. May include high power product.
• Perform rework and functional testing.
• May train others.
• Make setups and adjustments holding tolerances to technical specifications (drawings, schematics, etc.).
• May interact with development and/or manufacturing engineering personnel as needed.
• May work from rough schematics, blueprints, and oral instructions to construct developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components.
• May perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly tasks in support of developmental requirements in pre-production projects, if needed.
• May advise Team Assemblers and Sr. team Assemblers in rework and solder applications.
• May assist with NPI and Engineering projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrates proficiency (typically 4-6 years of direct experience in the essential functions of the position)

Competencies:

• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Problem solving - Identify when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong in routine activities or processes. Coordinate with others to resolve the issue
• Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Technical Skills:

• May be required to obtain AES Rework Certification, PRB Certification, AES Flight Critical Certification, IPC 7711, IPC 7721, AES Inspection Pro, IPC 610 and/or AES Solder Certification.

Work Environment

• Indoors, environmentally controlled Manufacturing environment
• Production demand may have times of increased time pressure
• Must use required PPE
• May involve long periods of sitting
• May involve repetitive motions
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. as needed, with totes, etc.
• Assembly errors may result in safety of flight and therefore require the highest level of detail and accuracy in workmanship

Employment Eligibility Requirements

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background screening and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.

Base salary range for this position is $24.52 - $36.79 per hour. Mid-point is $30.65.

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity.
• Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture.
• Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year.

Position Requirements
See above.
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side‑by‑side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer‑focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.