Electronic Assembler

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking an entry-level assembler to perform basic electronic and mechanical assembly under supervision. You will read blueprints, use hand tools, mount components on boards, and route wiring while maintaining quality standards.

You will also complete IPC solder training within 2–6 weeks and handle tasks like encapsulating, cleaning, coating, wiring, and color-coding parts in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of IPC Solder Training and Certification within initial 2-6 weeks.
• Ability to read schematics and interpret assembly drawings.

Responsibilities

• Position and align parts per blueprints and secure with hand or power tools.
• Mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards.
• Route wiring via color codes, solder connections, and wrap wires as required.
• Perform intermediate assembly tasks such as encapsulating, cleaning, coating, and color-coding.
• Read work orders and specifications to determine materials and steps.

Skills

Soldering

Reading schematics

Blueprint interpretation

Fine motor skills

Wire handling

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering equipment

Wire strippers

Degreasers

Job description

• Job Level : Entry Level (less than 2 years)
• Level of Education : High School/GED
• Job Type : Full-Time/Regular
• Date Updated : 09/24/2026
• Years of Experience : Not Applicable
• Starting Date : Invalid Date
• Travel Requirement :
• Compensation :
• Capabilities : Unmanned Systems
• Salary : $0
• Years Of Experience :

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

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:

• 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 INCIDENT 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.

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• 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as aprotected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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