Cable Assembly Technician-Weekend shift

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,100 - 86,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

A technology solutions company is hiring a Weekend Shift Cable Assembly Technician in Huntsville, AL. The technician will build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies following engineering drawings. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with 2-4 years of assembly experience and must be US citizens eligible for security clearance. This position focuses on weekend shifts from Friday to Sunday, requiring a commitment to regular attendance. A competitive salary range is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of cable building and/or electrical/mechanical assembly experience.
• Must be a US citizen and eligible for Secret Clearance.
• Current or prior certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies.
• Interpret engineer drawings and electrical schematics.
• Develop strategies with design engineers and other technicians.

Skills

Cable assembly

Troubleshooting

Read engineering drawings

Electrical schematics

Use of specialized tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cable strippers

Crimpers

Solder iron

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 sustainably. 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.

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Description

Leidos' Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Weekend Shift 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.

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.
• Work with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and other technicians to develop strategies and identify problems that could occur during assembly.
• Perform basic troubleshooting to find faults in signal and connectivity issues.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2-4 years of 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 (or be able to maintain) Final Secret Clearance or be eligible 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.
• This is a weekend shift position Friday–Sunday. Regular attendance is required.

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.

Additional Information

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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 after the original posting date.

Pay Range: $48,100.00 – $86,950.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquarters in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees.

Pay and Benefits

Compensation packages include competitive pay, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement.

Securing Your Data

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Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.