Electronic Assembler

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life/ADD & Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time-Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Florida Fort Walton Beach is seeking an assembler to perform basic and routine electronic and mechanical assembly on components, PCBs, and subassemblies following standards and instructions.

The role requires reading schematics, using hand tools, wiring, mounting components, and complying with government and quality standards. Candidates should have a HS diploma and IPC solder training within first weeks.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• IPC Solder Training and Certification within initial 2–6 weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Position and align parts per blueprints; secure with hand or power tools.
• Mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards.
• Route wiring and cabling according to color codes; solder or wrap wire to terminals.
• Perform intermediate assembly tasks (encapsulating, cleaning, coating, epoxy bonding).
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and work orders to determine materials and instructions.

Skills

Finger dexterity

Schematic reading

Electrical wiring

Hand tool use

Team interaction

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

IPC Solder Training

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

With supervision, performs basic and routine electronic and mechanical assembly operations on components, printed circuit boards, and subassemblies in accordance with established standards using visual aids and verbal and/or written instructions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Position and align parts in specified relationships to blueprints and use hand or power tools to secure parts
• Mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards
• Route wiring and cabling through assembly to terminals according to color codes and solders or wraps wire around terminals to provide electrical connection
• Perform intermediate assembly tasks such as encapsulating, cleaning, coating, epoxy bonding, wiring, stamping, and color-coding parts and assemblies
• Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions
• Must be at assigned worksite during assigned hours 100% of time; less PTO, FML/STD/LTD

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Clean parts using cleaning solutions and/or air hoses
• Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified
• Other duties may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and component identifications
• Ability to work with minute parts and demonstrate finger dexterity
• Ability to form and bend wires to specifications
• Ability to work with stripping tools, wire cutters, soldering equipment, degreasers, and other tools of the trade

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred
• A minimum of 0 years of experience
• Successful completion of IPC Solder Training and Certification within initial 2 - 6 weeks of employment with 4% or less defect rate on solder certification board.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Production environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (use of arm-hand steadiness, finger dexterity, manual dexterity for small parts assembly, frequent use)
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• 20/20 vision and color vision with or without corrective lenses

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS CLASSIFICATION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL SO CLASSIFIED.

A REVIEW OF THIS CLASSIFICATION HAS EXCLUDED THE MARGINAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION THAT ARE INCIDENTAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF FUNDAMENTAL JOB JUTIES. ALL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS AND ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THIS JOB PROFICIENTLY. THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE THE MINIMUM LEVELS OF KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES.

EEO/M/F/D/V

JOB BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affiantive Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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