Electronics Assembler

Elbit Systems of America; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision, & disability

Life Insurance

Paid PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Twenty-Six Defense in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an Electronic Assembler. You will perform wiring, hand soldering, component placement, and mechanical assembly to build electronics products used in defense and aerospace sectors.

You will inspect assemblies, verify documentation, and suggest improvements while maintaining quality and safety. This role emphasizes hands-on fabrication, adherence to IPC standards, and meticulous record-keeping.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required and IPC/J-STD/IPC-610 certifications preferred.
• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly and knowledge of inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic assemblies including wiring, hand soldering, component placement and mechanical assembly.
• Perform in-process and final assembly inspections and audits.
• Recommend product and process improvements.
• Perform potting/encapsulation and applying protective coatings.

Skills

Hand soldering

Wiring diagrams

Measurement arithmetic

Self-verification

Inspection documentation

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

J-STD certification

IPC-610 certification

IPC 7711/7721 (rework/repair)

2+ years electro-mechanical assembly experience

Tools

Soldering devices

Microscopes

Calipers

Micrometers

Test equipment

Job description

Company Information

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense is dedicated to supporting those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

Company Information

Twenty-Six Defense, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and aftermarket support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, and commercial aviation markets. With facilities throughout the U.S., Twenty-Six Defense is dedicated to supporting those who contribute to the national security of the United States. Twenty-Six Defense is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

Job Summary

The Electronic Assembler will be responsible for manufacturing efforts in the areas of circuit card assembly, electro-mechanical assembly and the development and refinement of manufacturing processes, inspection and/or auditing of raw materials components, assemblies, standard parts, system assemblies, end items in-process, and final acceptance of their own work.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Performs set up and assembly of electronic assemblies including; wiring, hand soldering, component placement and mechanical assembly as well as rework and repair.
• Performs in-process and final assembly inspections and audits as required.
• Makes verbal or written recommendations for product and process improvements
• Perform potting/encapsulating, mixing of resins and epoxies.
• Sprays or applies protective coatings, as required.
• Applies minimal touch up paint as required using paint pens or similar controlled devices.
• Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with company guidelines.
• Verifies documentation for completeness, accuracy and acceptable Certificates of Conformance.
• Accepts or rejects items inspected/audited and records the results of inspections.
• Records results of inspections in computer data systems.
• TYPICAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
  • Tools used: Standard and precision hand tools, electrical hand tools, soldering devices, microscopes, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators, gauge blocks, scales, inspection stamps.
  • Equipment Used: Continuity test equipment, automated manufacturing equipment, standard personal computers and citrix terminals, automated and manual test equipment, electronic meters, and computer operated equipment, use surface plate and setup accessories, hardness testing equipment, and special testing devices and equipment.

Education, Experience, License, Or Certification

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• J-STD certification
• IPC-610 certification
• IPC 7711/7721 (rework and repair certifications)
• Two years minimum (five years preferred) experience in an Electro Mechanical Assembly role or related position.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inspection procedures and the use of inspection tools such as gauges and micrometers.

Skills And Abilities

• Hand soldering and solder joint rework, mechanical assembly, and wire harness assembly skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and other written instructions.
• Use simple arithmetic including decimals and fractions, metric/standard measurement conversion and hand tools and test equipment as required by the work operations described.
• Demonstrated ability to self-verify workmanship and/or processes that are required as part of task completion.
• Perform inspections using written and visual instruction including wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics and visual aids.
• Communicate in writing and clearly and adequately document discrepancies.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Twenty-Six Defense is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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