Assembler IV

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; California (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is seeking an assembler for the second shift to perform wiring, cable harnessing, and subassembly work on electronic equipment and mechanical components.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, attention to tolerances, and the ability to work independently or in teams while maintaining safety standards and operational discipline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wire lists.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Familiarity with soldering and compression connection tools.
• Good color vision.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components, assemblies or sub-assemblies.
• Setups and adjustments to tolerances per specifications.
• Wire harnessing and mechanical assembly of panels, LRUs, batteries, and servo motors.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble assemblies as needed.
• Observe laws, regulations and company obligations in business operations.
• Work safely per operating procedures; perform housekeeping and task completion.

Skills

Customer focus

Read engineering drawings

Wire list interpretation

Teamwork

Color vision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering tools

Compression tools

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision with detailed instruction for new work or a special assignment, this position is responsible for performing a wide variety of repetitive or standard electronic and /or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing assembly tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures.

This position is for the second shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles components, assemblies or sub-assemblies.
• Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to specifications.
• May perform duties as required in assembly of electronic equipment such as cables, harnesses, chassis, and printed circuit boards, or may perform mechanical assembly of panels, LRU's, batteries, and servo motors.
• May disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble assemblies or subassemblies.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions:
  • May assist in training lower level assemblers.
  • Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typical requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years experience.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawing and wire lists.
  • Good understanding of the general aspects of the job with limited technical comprehension.
  • Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the position.
  • Familiarity with use of soldering and compression connection tools.
  • Good visual perception and ability to distinguish between colors.
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.