Entry-Level Electronic Assembler: Soldering & Wiring

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking an entry-level assembler to perform basic electronic and mechanical assembly under supervision. You will read blueprints, use hand tools, mount components on boards, and route wiring while maintaining quality standards.

You will also complete IPC solder training within 2–6 weeks and handle tasks like encapsulating, cleaning, coating, wiring, and color-coding parts in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of IPC Solder Training and Certification within initial 2-6 weeks.
• Ability to read schematics and interpret assembly drawings.

Responsibilities

• Position and align parts per blueprints and secure with hand or power tools.
• Mount assembled components on panels or circuit boards.
• Route wiring via color codes, solder connections, and wrap wires as required.
• Perform intermediate assembly tasks such as encapsulating, cleaning, coating, and color-coding.
• Read work orders and specifications to determine materials and steps.

Skills

Soldering

Reading schematics

Blueprint interpretation

Fine motor skills

Wire handling

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Soldering equipment

Wire strippers

Degreasers

Job description

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking an entry-level assembler to perform basic electronic and mechanical assembly under supervision. You will read blueprints, use hand tools, mount components on boards, and route wiring while maintaining quality standards.

You will also complete IPC solder training within 2–6 weeks and handle tasks like encapsulating, cleaning, coating, wiring, and color-coding parts in a fast-paced defense environment.