Assembler (contract)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

Tundra Technical Solutions is seeking a Harness Technician for a Boeing contract assignment in California. You will perform complex production assembly on spacecraft harnesses, wiring and assemblies using manual and automated tools, translating designs into build-ready hardware.

Required 4+ years in aerospace, J-STD-001 space and NASA STD 8739.4 certifications, ability to read schematics, lift up to 25 pounds, and pass soldering/crimping tests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience as a technician in aerospace or equivalent high‑reliability field.
• Certification to J‑STD‑001 space, NASA.STD.8739.4.
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools, repairing and troubleshooting electronic components.
• Ability to read schematics, harness wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Applicants must pass a soldering and crimping test.
• Experience working in a clean room.
• Familiar with the use of PPE.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer applications for work documentation.
• Practice good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems.
• Build and terminate wiring harnesses to a high quality For Racks, Boxes.
• Explain assembly procedures or techniques to co‑workers.
• Work and take direction from team leader for project completion.
• Confer with supervisors regarding any anticipated production problems.
• Cross‑train/mentor new hires.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Soldering & crimping

Read schematics & wiring diagrams

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical drawings reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification to J-STD-001 space, NASA.STD.8739.4

Tools

Wire harness tools (manual & pneumatic crimpers)

MS Office

Crimping tools

Job description

This posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project. Performs complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual or automated assembly tools. As a Harness Technician, you will work hands‑on with space hardware, translating designs into reality, and your skill and attention to detail will translate directly to on‑orbit mission success. Build and terminate wiring harnesses to a high quality and repetitious manner for Spacecraft installation.

Position Responsibilities

• Fabricate harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems
• Build and terminate wiring harnesses to a high quality For Racks, Boxes
• Explain assembly procedures or techniques to co‑workers
• Work and take direction from team leader for project completion
• Confer with supervisors regarding any anticipated production problems
• Cross‑train/mentor new hires.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Minimum 4 years experience as a technician in aerospace or equivalent high‑reliability field
• Certification to J‑STD‑001 space, NASA.STD.8739.4
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
• Experience using hand tools, repairing and troubleshooting electronic components
• Ability to read schematics, harness wiring diagrams, layout drawings, mechanical drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Applicants must pass a soldering and crimping test.
• Experience working in a clean room.
• Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Demonstrated ability to use computer applications for work documentation
• Practice good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills.
• Experienced with all MS Office software.
• Demonstrated ability to perform in‑process verify of work. (2PV)
• 4+ Years of knowledge of various wire harness tools to include manual and pneumatic crimpers is preferred
• IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 highly desired

Pay Rate Range

30 - 35 USD hourly

Benefits Information

• Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.