Electronics Assembler

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 44,590 - 66,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is seeking a full-time assembler to perform repetitive or standard electronic and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies in Poway, CA.

You will follow assembly methods for wiring, component installation, hand soldering, and cable harnessing while ensuring quality per procedures. The role requires reading engineering drawings, using hand tools and torque wrenches, and potential training of junior assemblers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and three or more years experience.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and torque wrenches; understand torque application.
• Customer focused with the ability to read engineering drawings and wire lists.
• Knowledge of computers and basic applications relevant to the position.
• Familiarity with soldering and compression connection tools; good color perception.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and extend hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Assembles components, assemblies or sub-assemblies.
• Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to specifications.
• Performs mechanical assembly of panels, LRUs, batteries, and servo motors.
• Disassembles, modifies, reworks, and reassembles assemblies or subassemblies.
• Observes laws, regulations and company obligations; works safely.
• Performs housekeeping and cleanup; may train lower level assemblers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Read drawings

Teamwork

Independence

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Torque wrenches

Soldering tools

Compression connectors

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision with detailed instruction for new work or a special assignment, this position is responsible for performing a wide variety of repetitive or standard electronic and /or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing assembly tasks such such wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembles components, assemblies or sub-assemblies.
• Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to specifications.
• May perform duties as required in assembly of electronic equipment such as cables, harnesses, chassis, and printed circuit boards, or may perform mechanical assembly of panels, LRU's, batteries, and servo motors.
• May disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble assemblies or subassemblies.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions
  • May assist in training lower level assemblers.
  • Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typical requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three or more years experience.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and torque wrenches; must have a solid understanding of prevailing torque and its proper application.
• Must be customer focused and possess:
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawing and wire lists.
  • Good understanding of the general aspects of the job with limited technical comprehension.
  • Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the position.
  • Familiarity with use of soldering and compression connection tools.
  • Good visual perception and ability to distinguish between colors.
• The ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 44,590 - 66,295