Electronics Assembler II

Crane Aerospace & Electronics; West Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in West Caldwell, NJ is seeking an Electronics Assembler II to assemble and inspect military and commercial products onsite. The role requires hands-on assembly, documentation, and mentoring in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 2–5 years of related experience, IPC soldering certification, and proficiency with Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, and Excel. OSHA safety policies apply; ITAR access may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of related experience or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, quality control, costs and related techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting work-related documents; proficient with Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly tasks including component prep, inspection, equipment operation, and support for engineering builds with IPC soldering rework certification where applicable.
• Create required documentation (IT tickets, NCRs, work orders) and close out tasks accurately.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality and leadership to resolve issues; interpret drawings and instructions for operation sequences.
• Train and mentor new employees; support continuous improvement using CBS tools (5S, KPIs, Standard Work).
• Maintain OSHA and Crane safety practices; keep work area clean and organized; participate in safety meetings and training.
• Remain flexible for overtime and additional tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading comprehension

Software familiarity

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Onsite

West Caldwell, New Jersey

Full time

JR101984

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Electronics Assembler II at our West Caldwell, NJ location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Every time you use phone navigation, make a bank transaction or have food delivered to your home, Crane Aerospace & Electronics Microwave product is hard at work. Located in the tight‑knit, family‑first West Caldwell, NJ., community, our West Caldwell facility supplies industry‑leading microwave components and systems for use in space, defense and commercial applications, including GPS III satellites. With more than 60 years of expertise, our Microwave group has proven capabilities in major military, communications, electronic warfare, radar and satellite systems. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary:

The Electronics Assembler II works proficiently and independently with limited supervisor performing assigned assembly processes to manufacture Crane Aerospace & Electronics products in accordance with military and/or other assembly standards using visual aids, verbal and/or written instructions. In addition, the Assembler III – Electronics communicates with the manufacturing team and performs visual and dimensional inspection.

Electronics Assembler II Essential Functions:

• Perform assigned assembly tasks, including component preparation, inspection, equipment operation, and support for engineering‑related builds; repair and rework defective or returned assemblies using current IPC Solder Rework Certification.
• Prioritize daily demand per the Master Schedule, create required documentation (IT tickets, Facilities work orders, NCRs, FAIs), and complete all paperwork and work‑order closeouts accurately.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality, and leadership to resolve quality issues; assist in determining sequence of operations and installation requirements from drawings and instructions.
• Train and mentor new employees, demonstrate proficiency across multiple assembly processes, and support continuous improvement through CBS tools (5S, KPIs, Standard Work, Problem Solving).
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment by following OSHA and Crane safety policies, identifying hazards, and participating in area cleaning, team meetings, and job‑related training.
• Remain flexible and support business needs, including overtime and additional tasks assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience : 2-5 years of experience in a related field or equivalent training
• Knowledge : Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Skills : Strong verbal and written communication; Proficiency in reading comprehension (understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents) of the English language; Proficient in operating software tools (ie. Oracle, Teamcenter, QMS, Excel)
• Abilities : Accurate color vision, near vision, and depth perception and other vision capabilities required; Manipulative skills, including finger and manual dexterity; Adept hand‑eye coordination and arm‑hand steadiness; Ability to thoroughly interpret production or engineering prints, production planning information and assembly aids such as illustrations and wiring diagrams; Ability to work well in a moderate to high paced work environment in a high volume setting
• Education/Certification : High School diploma or equivalent; Fine soldering certificate or equivalent experience
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• IPC Soldering and/or Rework/Repair Certification
• Ability to coach and mentor
• Experience maintaining equipment on a stringent calibration schedule

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• May require occasional travel to support customer

Standing: 20% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 80% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 35 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 100 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of microscope and computer

Workspace: clean bench

Top Benefits:

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you’ll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary range: $22.00 - $27.00 Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance‑based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us.

The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non‑cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance‑based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on‑the‑job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.