Assembler - Cable Assembly

Teledyne D.G.O’Brien, Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety glasses

Steel protective shoes

Job summary

Teledyne D.G.O’Brien, Inc. in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Cable Assembler to build, inspect, and wire harnesses per engineering drawings and quality standards in a high‑reliability manufacturing environment.

You will read schematics, cut and crimp wires, solder connections, install connectors, and document production records while maintaining safety, lean practices, and a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of cable or electro‑mechanical assembly experience.
• Ability to read and follow detailed drawings, prints and assembly instructions.
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic test equipment (e.g., multimeter).
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble cables and wire harnesses using hand tools and soldering equipment.
• Read engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform wire cutting, crimping, tinning, soldering, and heat shrinking.
• Install connectors and shielding per specs.
• Conduct continuity checks and basic electrical testing.
• Identify and report defects or documentation issues.
• Complete production travelers and quality records.
• Follow IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 standards and internal procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Comply with safety, quality, and company policies.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Hand tools proficiency

Soldering and crimping

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeter

Crimping tools

Soldering equipment

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

The Cable Assembler is responsible for assembling, fabricating, and inspecting electrical cables and wire harnesses in accordance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. This role supports Teledyne DGO’s high‑reliability manufacturing operations and requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality requirements.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical cables, wire harnesses, and subassemblies using hand tools, crimping tools, and soldering equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions
• Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, tinning, soldering, heat shrinking, and cable lacing
• Install connectors, backshells, strain reliefs, and shielding per specifications
• Conduct continuity checks, visual inspections, and basic electrical testing as required
• Identify and report workmanship defects, material issues, or documentation discrepancies
• Accurately complete production documentation, travelers, and quality records
• Follow IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards and internal quality procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support continuous improvement, 5S initiatives, and lean manufacturing practices
• Comply with all safety, quality, and company policies

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–3 years of experience in cable assembly or electro‑mechanical assembly in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and follow detailed drawings, prints, and assembly instructions
• Proficiency using hand tools and basic test equipment (e.g., multimeter)
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability manufacturing
• Soldering experience to industry standards
• Familiarity with ESD‑controlled environments
• Experience working in an ISO‑ or AS9100‑certified environment

Physical Demands

• Good coordination and flexibility in both hands
• Move and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. or more
• Good vision including passing color blindness test

Work Environment

• Factory environment

Personal Protective Equipment

• Use of safety glasses
• Use of steel protective shoes or protective shoe covers

Training Requirements

• ERP and Time clock system Overview
• Teledyne Ethics and Harassment training
• Hazardous Communications
• Quality Systems

Employee will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.