Cable Assembler

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 44,590 - 66,295; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Poway, California is seeking Assembly Technicians to assemble electronic components and sub-assemblies while adhering to safety protocols. The role requires a high school diploma and three years of experience. Candidates must be customer-focused and capable of working independently or in a team. Familiarity with soldering tools and the ability to obtain DoD Security Clearance is essential. Salary range is $44,590 - $66,295 with full-time hourly work.

Qualifications

• Requires three or more years of experience.
• Customer-focused with good visual perception.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components, assemblies, or sub-assemblies.
• Make setups and adjustments holding tolerances.
• Perform mechanical assembly of electronic equipment.

Skills

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Understanding general job aspects

Knowledge of computer operations

Familiarity with soldering tools

Good visual perception

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering and compression connection tools

Job description

Job Summary

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.

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.

Job Qualifications

• Typical requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three 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.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 44,590 - 66,295