Electronics Assembly Lead for Defense Manufacturing

ND Defense LLC

West Point (MS)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 47,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

ND Defense LLC in West Point, MS is seeking an Electronics Assembly Supervisor to lead daily electronics assembly operations, including soldering, wiring, and testing of components for defense vehicle platforms. You will manage scheduling, quality enforcement, and safety, while guiding a team to meet engineering drawings and customer specs.

The role requires hands-on experience, strong leadership, and a disciplined approach to IPC standards and process improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of hands-on electronics assembly experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience directing production personnel.
Knowledge of soldering techniques (through-hole and surface mount).
Ability to read engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and bill of materials.
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the daily activities of electronics assembly technicians and assemblers across one or more production lines.
Assign work based on production priorities, employee skill levels, and schedule requirements.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions to ensure assembly accuracy.
Monitor production output, quality metrics, and schedule adherence; elevate issues and adjust staffing or methods as needed.
Enforce IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, and other applicable workmanship standards.
Train, mentor, and cross-train assemblers on processes, equipment, and quality requirements.
Maintain a safe 5S-compliant work environment.