Electronics Assembler

Astronautics Corporation of America; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronautics Corporation of America in Oak Creek, WI is seeking Electronics Assemblers for 1st shift to perform mechanical and circuit card assembly and repairs. You will follow assembly procedures and drawings, use soldering iron, hand tools, calipers, and other equipment, and report to the Manager of Electronic Assembly and Support.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, fine manual dexterity, and the ability to read schematics and pass solder training and English comprehension tests for

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must have fine manual dexterity.
• Able to follow standard written work instructions and read electronic/ mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Able to pass Astronautics solder training program.
• Able to pass English comprehension test for FAA Repair Station.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical and/or mechanical assembly—Assembles small components.
• Uses small electrical hand tools and a soldering iron.
• Hand-solder components onto circuit cards.
• Performs wire harnessing.
• Utilizes calipers, torque drivers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools for assembly or disassembly.
• Follows shop orders, engineering drawings, or production work instructions.

Skills

Fine manual dexterity

Schematic comprehension

Read and follow drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering iron

Calipers

Torque drivers

Torque wrenches

Arbor press

Drill press

Job description

What You Will Do

We are seeking Electronics Assemblers to join our 1st shift! In this role, you will be responsible for mechanical assembly, circuit card assembly, and repairs. This role involves various tasks, including mechanical assembly, subassembly, circuit board soldering, harnessing, and solder termination, all performed in accordance with assembly process procedures and engineering drawings.

This is a 1st shift position. The work hours are 7:00 AM-3:30 PM. This position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Manager of Electronic Assembly and Support.

How You Will Do It

• Performs electrical and/or mechanical assembly—Assembles small components.


• Uses small electrical hand tools and a soldering iron.


• Hand-solder components onto circuit cards.


• Performs wire harnessing.


• Utilize calipers, torque drivers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools to perform assembly or disassembly of assemblies or sub-assemblies.


• Utilize the arbor press, drill press, and other pieces of equipment for assembly and finishing work.


• Follows shop orders, engineering drawings, or production work instructions.

What We Look For:

• Must be a U.S. person as defined under U.S. export regulations.


• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.


• Must have fine manual dexterity skills.


• Able to follow standard written work instructions and comprehend electronic and mechanical drawings and schematics.


• Able to successfully pass the Astronautics solder training program.


• Able to pass the English comprehension test (to meet the requirements of our FAA Repair Station).

Preferred

• IPC-610 solder certified or a minimum of two years of soldering experience.


• Avionics manufacturing experience is a plus.


• Experience operating SMT, Selective/Wave Solder, Conformal coating equipment a plus.

Who We Are

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.