Cable Test Technician-2nd shift

Leidos LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Electronic Manufacturing Facility in Huntsville, AL is seeking a 2nd shift Cable Test Technician to build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies for DoD and commercial programs, and to interpret engineering drawings using standard tools.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED with 1–3 years of experience, ability to test cables for continuity and insulation resistance, and US citizenship with ability to obtain a Final Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 1–3 years' relevant experience.
• Testing cables for continuity, shorts, insulation resistance.
• Coax cables tested for insertion loss and reflection coefficient.
• Using digital multimeters and cable-eye tester.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain Final Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and repair cable assemblies.
• Interpret engineer drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with design/manufacturing engineers and other technicians to address assembly issues.
• Perform basic troubleshooting to identify faults in signal and connectivity.

Skills

Cable assembly

Electrical testing

Drawings interpretation

Tool operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Digital multimeters

Cable-eye tester

Solder iron

Strippers

Crimpers

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 2nd shiftCable Test Technician-2nd shift 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.

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 3 years of prior relevant experience with Working knowledge of specialized tools and equipment used during cable assembly process.
• Testing Cables for continuity, shorts, dielectric standing voltage, and insulation resistance
• Test Coax cables for insertion loss and reflection coefficient
• Using equipment such as digital multimeters and cable-eye tester
• Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance.

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.
• This is a 2nd shift position.

Company Overview

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range

Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

Securing Your Data

Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to [e-mail].

Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, 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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.