On-Site MIL-SPEC Wire Harness Technician

IPS Assembly Corp.; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Assembly in Livonia, MI is hiring a Wire Harness Technician to join our on-site team. This full-time role supports military and commercial cable projects, from manufacturing and assembly to testing and validation.

The ideal candidate will read wiring diagrams, follow IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, perform crimping, soldering, labeling, and testing with multimeters, and work with Engineering and Quality to ensure quality and on-time delivery. U.S. citizen preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cable and harness assembly, including crimping, soldering, and connectorization.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with MIL-SPEC connectors (e.g., D38999, M39029) and circular connector assemblies.
• Previous hands-on experience with circular connectors, backshells (inc. EMI/RFI), shielding and braiding is strongly preferred.
• Experience with testing and validation tools (e.g., multimeters, continuity testers).
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control practices.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen (due to regulatory and contractual requirements).

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble custom wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to technical drawings, specifications, and MIL-STD requirements.
• Perform wire prep, routing, crimping, soldering, labeling, sleeving, lacing, and connector assembly with a focus on precision and reliability.
• Conduct functional and continuity testing using multimeters and custom test fixtures.
• Interpret and follow detailed wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions.
• Maintain compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards and customer-specific requirements.
• Support inspection processes and assist in documenting builds for repeatability and traceability.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to resolve issues and continuously improve build processes.
• Ensure adherence to ESD procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Cable and harness assembly

Read wiring diagrams

MIL-SPEC compliance

Testing with multimeters

Education

IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (preferred)

Tools

MIL-SPEC connectors D38999

Circular connector assemblies

Testing instruments (multimeters)

Job description

IPS Assembly in Livonia, MI is hiring a Wire Harness Technician to join our on-site team. This full-time role supports military and commercial cable projects, from manufacturing and assembly to testing and validation.

The ideal candidate will read wiring diagrams, follow IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, perform crimping, soldering, labeling, and testing with multimeters, and work with Engineering and Quality to ensure quality and on-time delivery. U.S. citizen preferred.