Mechanical Assembler

Frequency Electronics, Inc; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Frequency Electronics, Inc. in Uniondale, NY seeks a skilled Mechanical Assembler for the Rubidium Department. The role involves assembling and securing mechanical components and subassemblies to finished products per drawings and specifications.

You will read blueprints, use hand and power tools, perform foam encapsulation and staking, and inspect final assemblies for quality. The position offers a 9/80 schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a 6% company stock match.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with foam encapsulation and staking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fit, align, and secure components/subassemblies using hand/power tools.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, work instructions, and assembly specifications.
• Perform foam encapsulation and staking procedures.
• Inspect assemblies for fit, function, workmanship, and quality.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Identify assembly issues and communicate them to the right personnel.
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures.

Skills

Read blueprints/technical drawings

Hand & power tools

Attention to detail

Team & independent work

Foam encapsulation & staking (plus)

Manufacturing experience (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Assembler to join our Rubidium Department. The Mechanical Assembler is responsible for assembling, fitting, and securing mechanical components and subassemblies into finished products while following established specifications, drawings, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, fit, align, and secure mechanical components and subassemblies using hand tools and power tools.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and assembly specifications.
• Perform foam encapsulation and staking processes in accordance with established procedures.
• Inspect completed assemblies to ensure proper fit, function, workmanship, and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Identify and communicate assembly issues or discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures.

Qualifications:

• Previous mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with common hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with foam encapsulation and staking is a plus.
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Salary Range $45K-$48K Based On Experience

EOE/Disability/Veteran

FEI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and a 401(k) plan with a 6% company match in company stock.

We also provide a very generous paid time off policy, along with 11 paid holidays.

In addition, we operate on a 9/80 work schedule, which gives employees every other Friday off. This schedule includes longer workdays—9 hours and 45 minutes with a mandatory 45-minute lunch break. One week consists of four workdays (36 hours), and the following week includes five workdays (45 hours). Despite this variation, employees are paid for a consistent 40-hour workweek, with weekly pay.