Electronics/Mechanical Assembly Technician-2nd shift

Leidos; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing is seeking a 2nd Shift Electronics/Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our team that supports assembly of a variety of hardware including electrical chassis, cables, printed circuit board assemblies and electro-mechanical assembly efforts.

The role involves reading mechanical drawings, using torque drivers, crimpers and strippers, and collaborating with engineers and technicians in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with less than 1 year of experience.
• Ability to read drawings and follow work instructions.
• US citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Posting is for multiple opportunities; level and compensation matched to experience.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and use of tools for electro-mechanical assembly (torque drivers, crimpers, strippers).
• Proper techniques to use these tools.
• Reading mechanical assembly drawings and following assembly work instructions.
• Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to solve build problems.
• Work in a team environment and interact with different functions, project teams and productions teams.

Skills

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Electrical-mechanical assembly

Education

HS diploma/GED

Tools

Torque drivers

Crimpers

Strippers

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos Defense Systems Electronics Manufacturing is seeking a 2nd Shift Electronics/Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our team that supports assembly of a variety of hardware including electrical chassis, cables, printed circuit board assemblies and electro-mechanical assembly efforts.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

Primary Responsibilities

• Knowledge and use of the tools used for electro-mechanical assembly (torque drivers, crimpers, strippers)
• Proper techniques required to use these tools
• Reading mechanical assembly drawings and following assembly work instructions
• Work with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, and technicians to solve build problems if they occur.
• Work in team environment and interacting with different functions, project teams and productions teams

Basic Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED and less than 1 year of experience.
• Working knowledge of specialized tools and equipment used during the electrical-mechanical assembly process.
• Ability to read drawings and follow work instructions.
• Must be a US Citizen and possess or meet the eligibility to obtain (and be able to maintain) a Secret Clearance.
• This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate’s experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or prior certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620.
• Current or prior certification in J-STD-001.

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If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

April 28, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $35,100.00 - $63,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.