Electronics Technician

Custom Manufacturing & Engineering; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking an Electronics Technician with hands-on soldering experience, specializing in cable and wire harness assembly, electronics/electrical systems, and test equipment.

Ideal candidates hold J-STD-001 certification and IPC/WHMA-A-620; you will read schematics, assemble and test to specs, collaborate with engineers, and maintain build documentation. CME is a Tampa Bay aerospace/defense contractor focused on accountability and quality.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical/electronic assembly experience in manufacturing.
• Current J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications required.
• Skilled in soldering, crimping, and reading technical drawings/schematics.
• Familiarity with test equipment and Class 3 standards.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and repair electrical/electronic equipment, including harnesses, circuit boards, test equipment, and power systems.
• Perform precision soldering to J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Read and interpret specifications, drawings, schematics, and part lists.
• Inspect and test wiring installations and assemblies for performance and compliance; record test results.
• Operate standard test equipment, including continuity testers and meters.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to resolve issues and improve assembly methods.
• Maintain accurate build and test documentation.

Skills

Soldering

Schematic reading

Test equipment use

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Technical/trade school certification preferred

Tools

J-STD-001

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Crimping

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking a skilled Electronics Technician experienced in cable and wire harness assembly, electronics/electrical systems, and test equipment. The ideal candidate has hands‑on soldering expertise and holds a current J-STD-001 certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, modify, and repair electrical/electronic equipment, including harnesses, circuit boards, test equipment, and power systems.
• Perform precision soldering to J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Read and interpret specifications, drawings, schematics, and part lists.
• Inspect and test wiring installations and assemblies for performance and compliance; record test results.
• Operate standard test equipment, including continuity testers and meters.
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams to resolve issues and improve assembly methods.
• Maintain accurate build and test documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school certification preferred.
• 2+ years of electrical/electronic assembly experience in manufacturing.
• Current J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 certifications required.
• Skilled in soldering, crimping, and reading technical drawings/schematics.
• Familiarity with test equipment and Class 3 standards.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and teamwork skills.

Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (citizen or lawful permanent resident) per ITAR/EAR regulations.
• Employment eligibility verification required; CME cannot hire individuals on student or temporary work visas.
• Completion of Predictive Index assessments (sent via email after applying).

About CME

Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. (CME) is a 29-year-old, award-winning Tampa Bay small business that designs and manufactures custom‑engineered and build‑to‑print products for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Our products include cables and wire harnesses, power distribution equipment, and specialized test systems used by the U.S. military and global partners.

CME operates on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), fostering a Culture of Accountability driven by our five core values: Resolves Problems, Professionalism, Challenges Themselves, Delivers, and Serves Customers - Protects CME.

Learn more about our culture at CME Careers - Culture of Accountability

Equal Opportunity Employment

CME is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal or Florida law.

Salary: $18 - $22 per hour