Cable Assembly Technician 2nd shift

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 39,650 - 71,675; Full time

Job summary

An innovative solutions provider is seeking a Cable Assembly Technician at its Electronics Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, Alabama. The role involves building and troubleshooting cable assemblies and requires at least a High School diploma alongside relevant experience. The company values diverse talent dedicated to customer success and offers opportunities for professional growth. Candidates must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 1 to 15 years of experience with cable building and/or electrical/mechanical assembly experience
• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) Final Secret Clearance
• Experience working with design engineers and technical specifications

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies
• Interpret engineer drawings and electrical schematics
• Perform basic troubleshooting to find faults in signal and connectivity issues

Skills

Cable assembly

Troubleshooting

Use of cable manufacturing tools

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Cable manufacturing tools

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Cable Assembly Technician to join our team at our Electronics Manufacturing Facility. The successful candidate will support different programs ranging from commercial customers to DoD customers. The technician will be responsible for building cables in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions. Responsibilities include cable construction, basic testing, troubleshooting, and repair.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here !

Are you ready to make an impact? Apply and share your resume with us today!

Primary Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies.

• Working knowledge and use of tools used for cable manufacturing (strippers, crimpers, solder iron).

• Interpret engineer drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications.

• Candidates must have experience working with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and other technicians to develop a strategy and identify any problems that could occur during assembly.

• Perform basic troubleshooting to find faults in signal and connectivity issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a High School diploma/GED with 1 to 15 years (or more) of experience with cable building and/or electrical/mechanical assembly experience.

• Working knowledge of specialized tools and equipment used during cable assembly process.

• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance.

• This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate's experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or prior certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620 with Space addendum.

• Current or prior certification in J-STD-001.

• Ability to test cable assemblies for continuity, isolation, insulation resistance, and insertion loss.

Original Posting: July 18, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $39,650.00 - $71,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.