Assembler IV (Aerospace & Defense)

Frontgrade Technologies; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K Match with immediate vesting

Tuition Reimbursement

8 weeks Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Frontgrade Technologies in Carlsbad, California seeks an Assembler IV to handle product assembly and ensure all work meets quality standards. The role involves aligning parts, following work instructions, and checking product quality.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, a minimum of five years of experience, and proficiency in soldering as per IPC standards. The position offers benefits including immediate medical coverage, a 401K match, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in assembly.
• Ability to perform rework and repair activities according to IPC standards.
• Proficiency in interpreting assembly drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Complete product assembly following standardized work procedures.
• Ensure product and process quality by documenting actions.
• Maintain a safe work environment during assembly.

Skills

Soldering skills

Blueprint reading

Mentoring junior assemblers

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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 according to standardized work procedures.
• Build assemblies using work instructions, work orders, and drawings as guide.
• Fasten and secure components using screws, bolts, hand tools, and power tools while ensuring compliance with workmanship and quality standards; perform disassembly, reassembly, and rework of modules, subassemblies, and rack‑mounted systems as required for production, troubleshooting, repair, or inspection activities.
• 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 a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the 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.

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.

Benefits

• Immediate Medical (FSA and HSA), Dental, and Vision.
• 401K Match with 100% immediate vesting.
• 9x8 compressed work schedule for qualifying roles.
• Career Opportunity and Growth.
• Tuition Reimbursement/Student Loan Repayment.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid Holidays per year (9 designated holidays and 2 floating holidays).
• 8 weeks of 100% Paid Family Leave.