Assembler IV

Frontgrade Technologies LLC; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA),Dental

Vision

401K Match with 100% immediate vesting

9X80 compressed work schedule

Career Growth

Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays

8 weeks Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies LLC is seeking an Assembler IV to complete product assembly in Carlsbad, CA. You will follow work instructions, assemble parts from drawings, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The role also involves setting up equipment, receiving parts, documenting actions, and mentoring junior assemblers. A high school diploma and five years of assembly experience are required, with IPC soldering knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the area.
• Experience training or mentoring junior assemblers.
• Soldering skills per IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Class III.
• Ability to read blueprints, assembly drawings, schematics and documentation.
• Identify workmanship defects and perform IPC-aligned rework.

Responsibilities

• Perform work instructions to complete product assembly according to standardized work procedures.
• Build assemblies using work instructions, work orders, and drawings as a guide.
• Maintain accountability for product and process quality levels and required documentation.
• Set up equipment in preparation for production orders.
• Receive parts and sub-assemblies in work area.
• Complete pre-assembly work if required.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Ensure that all work meets quality and safety standards while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Soldering IPC J-STD-001

IPC-A-610 Class III

Reading blueprints & schematics

Quality inspection

Rework/repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Assembler IV completes product assembly. This involves aligning parts, following work instructions, and checking that work meets quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform work instructions to complete product assembly and according to standardized work procedures
• Build assemblies using work instructions, work orders, and drawings as a guide
• Maintain accountability for product and process quality levels and required documentation
• Set up equipment in preparation for production orders
• Receive parts and sub-assemblies in work area
• Complete pre-assembly work if required
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms
• Ensure that all work meets quality and safety standards and procedures while maintaining clean and safe work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Experience training or mentoring junior assemblers.
• Demonstrated soldering skills in accordance with IPC J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 Class III workmanship standards.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints, assembly drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Ability to identify workmanship defects and perform rework/repair activities in accordance with applicable IPC standards.

About Us

About Frontgrade

At Frontgrade, we build mission-critical electronics that perform without compromise in the world’s most demanding environments, from deep space to national defense. With decades of proven heritage, we deliver high-reliability components, subsystems, and integrated solutions trusted when failure is not an option. But our strength is not just in what we build. It is in the people who make it possible. From engineers and product managers to sales teams, marketers, and skilled manufacturing professionals, every role plays a direct part in enabling missions that protect, explore, and connect our world. We move with purpose, collaborate across disciplines, and take pride in delivering solutions our customers rely on in the highest-stakes environments. If you want your work, whatever your specialty, to contribute to something bigger, you will find your place at Frontgrade.

Why Work for Us

We believe mission success starts with taking care of our people. That’s why we offer competitive health, wealth, and wellbeing benefits from day one. You’ll also find real opportunities to learn, grow, and advance, whether you’re building technical expertise, leading teams, or expanding into new areas. Here, your growth is part of the mission.

Additional Information

This position may require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by either ITAR or EAR U.S. export laws. As a condition of any job offer, in order to be employed in this position, you may need to obtain a U.S. Government export license(s), as required by law.

Other benefits include:

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting
• 9X80 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles
• Career Opportunity and Growth
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays)

8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave

Job Info

• Job Identification 304
• Job Category Operations & Production
• Posting Date 08/27/2026, 08:39 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 3205 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA, 92010, US
• Work Schedule 9/80 Rotation A - 7a Start
• Minimum Salary 25.74
• Maximum Salary 31.53
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