Electro-Mechanical Assembler II

cpiedb; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Retirement savings with company match

Job summary

CPI EDB in Beverly, MA is seeking an electro-mechanical assembler to build high-power microwave radar transmitter cabinets from blueprints, using precision hand tools, torque gear, and wiring harnesses.

You will perform soldering, crimping, wire routing and connector assembly, conduct self-inspections, and work from complex drawings to deliver finished systems while maintaining safety standards and quality.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or wire harness fabrication.
• Advanced proficiency in precision soldering, crimping, and reading complex wiring schematics.
• Training in IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, or J-STD-001 is highly preferred.
• Good manual dexterity, ability to stand long periods, and lift up to 35 lbs with safety mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work from basic hardware to finished systems.

Responsibilities

• Build critical, high-power microwave radar transmitter cabinets from the ground up.
• Transform blueprints into complex mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Assemble heavy-duty structural components, chassis, and wire harnesses.
• Perform high-quality soldering, crimping, wire routing, and multi-pin connector assembly.
• Run self-inspections to ensure every connection meets engineering and quality standards.

Skills

Soldering

Crimping

Wiring schematics

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Tools

IPC-A-610

IPC-A-620

J-STD-001

Job description

What we do matters!

For more than seven decades, CPI Electron Device Business (EDB) has been a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of highly engineered electronic components and subsystems. With locations in Beverly, Massachusetts, and Hayes, United Kingdom, we solve hard problems for customers around the world in the radar, defense, industrial and scientific markets.

CPI EDB produces thousands of products that make a difference in people’s lives every day, often in ways that go unseen. They form the backbone of commercial and military communications systems, support and protect soldiers, sailors and pilots, enable scientific discovery and space exploration, help safeguard imported foods and materials, and address many other demanding applications.

We are looking for agile, energetic, intellectually curious and customer-focused individuals to join our team, take ownership of meaningful challenges and help us develop innovative solutions that power, connect and protect our world.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Build critical, high-power microwave radar transmitter cabinets from the ground up! In this role, you will transform blueprints into complex mechanical and electrical assemblies using precision hand tools, pneumatic crimpers, and calibrated torque gear. Assemble heavy-duty structural components, chassis, and wire harnesses using complex production drawings and schematics. Perform high-quality soldering, crimping, wire routing, and multi-pin connector assembly. Run self-inspections to ensure every connection meets engineering and quality standards.

YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Build critical, high-power microwave radar transmitter cabinets
• Transform blueprints into complex mechanical and electrical assemblies
• Assemble heavy-duty structural components, chassis, and wire harnesses
• Perform high-quality soldering, crimping, wire routing, and multi-pin connector assembly
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned

YOU ARE THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THIS JOB IF YOU HAVE

• 2 to 5 years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly, aerospace manufacturing, or wire harness fabrication.
• Advanced proficiency in precision soldering, contact crimping, and reading complex wiring schematics.
• Active or prior training in industry standards: IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, or J-STD-001 is highly preferred.
• Great manual dexterity, ability to stand for long periods, and the safety-first mindset to lift up to 35 lbs.
• High attention to details and the ability to work from basic hardware components up to finished, complex systems.
• This role requires access to export-controlled information, subject to the ITAR and EAR, for which the company will not pursue an export license/license exception. Must be a US person (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals) to be eligible for this role.

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

We recognize and appreciate that our employees are our most important asset. We invest in employee wellbeing by offering a wide range of comprehensive benefits to help you achieve your best physical and emotional health for yourself and your family.

Employee Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Disability insurances
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Employee assistance programs
• Workplace accommodations

Financial Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Annual performance and salary reviews
• Generous retirement savings plans with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Educational reimbursement
• Tax savings accounts
• Employee referral bonuses
• And more!

* Please note that while our philosophy is the same in all locations, benefits may vary by office/country

WHO WE ARE:

We value the unique and diverse skills, qualities, and backgrounds that each employee brings to CPI EDB, and we respect each employee as an integral member of our growing team. CPI EDB is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all current and prospective employees, as well as to promoting a culture of inclusion and respect for everyone. We celebrate the innovation that diversity creates in the work environment, and we recognize that each employee brings their own unique capabilities, experiences, and perspectives to the organization. It is this variety that adds value to our teams, as well as to our stakeholders. We welcome and encourage applicants to reach their full potential with us.

CPI EDB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.