Assembler Technician II

Socket.dev; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

ISC in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking an Assembly Technician II to perform cable assemblies and harness fabrication on-site. You will use hand and power tools, solder and terminate components, and inspect parts for conformance to specs in a fast-paced production setting.

The role requires following detailed work instructions, maintaining tidy work areas, and collaborating with teammates to meet daily schedules. Shifts include 1st and 2nd, with ITAR/export control considerations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency using hand tools for assembly.
• Experience soldering and terminating components for cable/harness assemblies.
• Ability to read and follow diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
• Knowledge of quality control practices, including visual inspection and basic measurement.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electronics/manufacturing is a plus.
• Must follow detailed instructions and meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble cable assemblies and harnesses per work instructions and drawings.
• Use hand and power tools to perform mechanical assembly, soldering, and terminating components.
• Inspect parts for defects or deviations from specifications.
• Follow production processes and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules.
• Adhere to safety procedures and participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Hand tools

Soldering

Reading diagrams

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About ISC

Established in 1971, ISC began building custom power cables & assemblies for Gateway, Kingston, and Xerox. With over 50 years of manufacturing experience, ISC is capable of meeting tight deadlines and changing forecasts while maintaining quality. Our products are in use worldwide in commercial and military aircraft, lifesaving medical devices, weapon systems, inflight entertainment, power systems, and countless commercial, industrial & computer applications. Our facility is environmentally controlled, engineered for manufacturing flexibility, includes dedicated assembly labs for isolated program management, and a cleanroom facility. With dedicated professionals and assemblers regularly operating two full shifts, ISC operates with the most current high-speed tooling, material handling, and test equipment.

Job Overview

The Assembly Technician II role is a full-time, on-site position based in Fountain Valley, CA. This role is responsible for assembling cable assemblies, harnesses, and related interconnect products according to work instructions, engineering drawings, and quality standards. Day-to-day tasks include using hand and power tools to perform mechanical assembly, soldering and terminating components, and inspecting parts for defects or deviations from specifications. The Assembly Technician will follow established production processes, maintain a clean and organized workstation, and collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules. This position adherence to safety procedures, and participation in continuous improvement activities.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proficiency in using hand tools for assembly and fabrication tasks.
• Hands-on experience with soldering and basic electrical connections for cable and harness assembly.
• Skills in mechanical assembly, including reading and following diagrams, schematics, or blueprints.
• Knowledge of quality control practices, including visual inspection and basic measurement techniques.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in electronics or manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintain attention to detail, and meet production deadlines.
• Willingness to work on-site in Fountain Valley, CA and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks and handling small components throughout the shift.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with cable assemblies, wire harnesses, connectors, overmolding, or electromechanical assemblies.
• Experience leading or supporting prototype builds, pilot runs, FAI, and production launches.

Compensation Range

$44,720 - $50,960/year

We are committed to a high-performance culture of ownership, responsibility, and accountability, which will lead to breakthrough results in service for our customers and highly motivated employees.

ISC 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, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Export Control Requirements (ITAR): This position requires access to controlled technical data. In accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, applicants must be a “U.S. Person,” which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, or asylees, or otherwise be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.

1st Shift - 6:00a.m. - 2:30p.m.
2nd Shift - 3:00p.m.-11:30p.m.