Electronic Fabricator II

Amentum company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Houston is seeking an Electronic Fabricator II to join the JETSII Contract in a union environment. You will fabricate and repair PCB assemblies, cables, and electromechanical components in a lab/production setting, following drawings and procedures.

The role requires high attention to detail, safety, and ability to mentor junior technicians. Responsibilities include work in a flight hardware production lab, maintaining quality, and supporting after-hours needs as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with at least 4 years in electronic fabrication or related field.
• Experience reading electronic fabrication drawings and procedures.
• Knowledge of ESD, FOD, and controlled stock handling.
• Experience in lab or production environments with safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble PCB and perform repairs per drawings and schematics.
• Fabricate and repair cables, harnesses, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Operate soldering, crimping, staking, and related equipment.
• Maintain clean, safe lab and assist with inventory as required.
• Mentor less skilled technicians and support production schedules.

Skills

Surface Mount Soldering

Thru-Hole Soldering

Crimping & Wiring

Conformal Coating

ESD/FOD Control

PCB Assembly

Cable Harnesses

Electromechanical Assembly

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Soldering Station

Microscope

Torque Tools

Crimping Tools

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Electronic Fabricator II to join the JETSII Contract!

This is an Amentum CBA union position

Electronic Fabricator II will:

• Perform work based on sketches, engineering drawings, and schematics.
• Follow steps documented in procedures, task performance sheets, discrepancy report interim dispositions, procedures and WADs.
• Obtain certifications for and remain proficient in the following:
  • Surface Mount Soldering
  • Thru-Hole Soldering
  • Crimping, Interconnecting Cables, harnesses and Wiring
  • Conformal Coating and Staking
  • Electrostatic Discharge Control
  • Lithium Battery Handling
  • Foreign Object Debris Control
• Perform printed circuit board assembly and repair which includes assembly cleanliness verification, demoisturization, masking/de-masking and conformal coating.
• Perform Cable and harness fabrication, assembly, and repair.
• Perform Electromechanical fabrication, assembly and repair.
• Perform other electromechanical assembly operations such as but not limited to soldering, crimping, staking, swaging, torqueing, marking.
• Perform Flight Hardware builds in a Flight Hardware production lab.
• Modify and repair commercial off-the-shelf hardware.
• Conduct parts and calibrated tools inventory and perform other laboratory duties as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work area and adhere to laboratory policies.
• Coach and mentor lesser skilled technicians.
• Work after hours and/or weekends as required.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Knowledge of reading and understanding Electronic Engineering Fabrication Drawings
• Knowledge of reading an understanding detailed Electronic Fabrication Procedures
• Working knowledge of ESD, FOD and controlled stock handling practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of an Electromechanical Laboratory environment and its Safety Procedures.
• Ability to solder through hole and SMT at the advanced level.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Strong organization skills.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Performs highly skilled work at the advanced level.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines and cope under pressure.
• Ability to undertake work at client site.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight.

Preferences

• Handling of NASA flight hardware.
• Knowledge of quality inspection processes

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Requirements:

Requires occasional:

Reaching for, handling and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.

Lifting up to 20 pounds from ground level, at waist level and overhead.

Standing.

Carrying 20 pounds for up to 5 yards.

Requires frequent:

• Coordinating eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.

Requires constant:

Seeing and hearing with or without correction.

Requires the ability to:

Follow set procedures and standards.

Apply basic mathematical skills.

Plan and work selecting proper tools.

Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects.

Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints.

Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.

Recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment:

Typically a lab or warehouse, or a cleanroom environment with exposure to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc., work performed at low and/or high elevations. Exposure to various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Equipment and Machines:

Soldering station, Heat Gun, Vacuum Ovens, Ionograph, Vacuum Deposition Parylene Coating Machine, Microscope, standard electromechanical bench tools such as but not limited to crimpers, cutters, screwdrivers & torque drivers.

Attendance:

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions:

Must be able to work in a team atmosphere. Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others. Must be able to effectively interface with project customers. #JETS #JETSII

Compensation Details:

TN2

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/05/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.