Cable Assembly Technician

Insight Global; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a hands-on Cable Assembly Technician to support build, troubleshooting, and repair of cable assemblies. Ideal candidates have electrical/mechanical assembly experience and can read technical drawings and specifications.

The role involves using cable manufacturing tools and collaborating with engineering teams on a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu, 4:00 PM-2:30 AM). Requires IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 certifications, US citizenship, and security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3+ years in cable building or electrical/mechanical assembly.
• Hands-on experience with specialized cable assembly tools and equipment.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification current.
• J-STD-001 certification current.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Final Secret clearance or eligible for Secret clearance.
• Available for 2nd shift: Monday-Thursday 4:00 PM–2:30 AM.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies.
• Use wire strippers, crimpers, and soldering irons.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Plan assembly work with design and manufacturing engineers.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of signal and connectivity issues.
• Follow established cable assembly and quality standards.

Skills

US Citizenship

Secret clearance eligibility

2nd shift availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification

J-STD-001 certification

Tools

Cable assembly tools

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Cable Assembly Technician to support the build, troubleshooting, and repair of cable assemblies. This role is a strong fit for someone with electrical/mechanical assembly experience who is comfortable reading technical drawings, using cable manufacturing tools, and working closely with engineering teams.

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, 4:00 PM-2:30 AM

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies.
• Use cable manufacturing tools including wire strippers, crimpers, and soldering irons.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications.
• Partner with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to plan assembly work and identify potential issues.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of signal and connectivity problems.
• Follow established cable assembly and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-3+ years of cable building and/or electrical/mechanical assembly experience.
• Hands-on experience with specialized cable assembly tools and equipment.
• Current IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification.
• Current J-STD-001 certification.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must currently possess a Final Secret Clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Ability to work 2nd shift, Monday-Thursday from 4:00 PM-2:30 AM.