Cable Assembler

Aerotek; Poway (CA); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Aerotek is seeking an Assembly Technician in Poway, CA to build cables for aircraft and ground control stations. You will follow wiring sequences, install components, perform soldering, crimp terminals, and label assemblies according to drawings and specifications.

The role requires reading blueprints, using hand tools, and maintaining quality in a calm, organized work environment. A 9/80 schedule with early or late shifts applies, plus overtime potential and benefits.

Formación

• Experience with cable assembly and/or cable harnessing.
• Proficiency in soldering, cable harnessing and assembly, and wire crimping.
• Ability to read, follow, and understand blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and wire lists.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Build various cables for aircraft and ground control stations.
• Follow methods and sequences for wiring, component installation, soldering, and harnessing.
• Comprehend and follow assembly drawings or written work instructions.
• Crimp terminals/contacts using manual and automated tools.
• Label assemblies according to specifications.
• Perform soldering and tinning of wires and connections.
• Utilize basic hand tools, cutters, wire strippers, crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.
• Monitor and verify quality in line with control procedures.
• Work safely and adhere to established operating procedures.

Conocimientos

Cable assembly

Soldering

Wire harnessing

Blueprints

Hand tools

Color vision

English fluency

Team player

Herramientas

None

Descripción del empleo

CABLE ASSEMBLER Opportunity in Poway, CA

1st and 2nd shifts available!

Job Description

• As an Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for building various cables used in aircraft and ground control stations. Your role involves determining and following methods and sequences of operations in assembly tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing on assembly units. You will follow and comprehend assembly drawings or written work instructions, crimp terminals/contacts onto wires using manual and automated tooling, and label assemblies according to drawing specifications. The role requires performing tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly using basic hand tools. Monitoring and verifying quality in accordance with control procedures is also part of your responsibilities. You are expected to observe all laws, regulations, and obligations and maintain a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Build various cables for aircraft and ground control stations.

• Follow methods and sequences for wiring, component installation, soldering, and harnessing.

• Comprehend and follow assembly drawings or written work instructions.

• Crimp terminals/contacts using manual and automated tools.

• Label assemblies according to specifications.

• Perform soldering and tinning of wires and connections.

• Utilize basic hand tools, cutters, wire strippers, crimpers, scissors, soldering iron, and heat gun.

• Monitor and verify quality in line with control procedures.

• Work safely and adhere to established operating procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience with cable assembly and/or cable harnessing.

• Proficiency in soldering, cable harnessing and assembly, and wire crimping.

• Ability to read, follow, and understand blueprints, schematics, work instructions, and wire lists.

• Familiarity with basic hand tools and equipment.

• Good visual perception and ability to distinguish colors.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Customer-focused with a good understanding of job aspects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification IPC/WHMA-A620 is a plus.

• Understanding of 5S and Lean Principles is a plus.

• Knowledge of computer operations and applications.

• Ability to work independently or in a team.

• Willingness to work extended hours as required.

Why Work Here?

• Join a stable company offering growth opportunities. Work with a team in a calm and organized environment where your contributions are valued. Enjoy the potential for overtime and a structured work schedule.

Work Environment

• The work environment is calm, quiet, and organized with each assembler having their own workstation. All necessary tools are provided at the workstation. The dress code requires long pants, no loose clothing, clean and appropriate attire, and closed-toe shoes. Employees work on a 9/80 schedule with shifts from 5 AM to 2:30 PM or 3 PM to 12:30 AM, with additional hours on Fridays and Saturdays. Headphones and visible phones are not permitted.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.96 - $27.26/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.