Production Operator

Astronautics Corporation of America; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking skilled Electronics Assemblers to join their dynamic team in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. This role involves mechanical assembly, circuit card assembly, and repairs, utilizing your expertise in soldering and manual dexterity. You will work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth. With competitive pay and excellent benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of secure avionics systems for the aerospace industry. If you have a passion for electronics and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Excellent Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of soldering experience required.
• Must have fine manual dexterity skills and be able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical assembly of small components.
• Hand solder components onto circuit cards and perform wire harnessing.

Skills

Soldering

Manual Dexterity

Electrical Assembly

Mechanical Assembly

Reading Schematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering Iron

Small Electrical Hand Tools

Job description

What You Will Do:

The Electronics Assembler has responsibilities associated with the mechanical assembly, circuit card assembly, and repairs, performing a variety of mechanical assembly and subassembly, circuit board soldering, harnessing, and solder termination operations utilizing assembly process procedures and engineering drawings.

We are seeking operators for both the first and second shifts. The work hours are (1st shift) 7:00 AM-3:30 PM and (2nd shift) 3:00 PM-11:30 PM (2nd shift). The 2^nd shift position includes a shift premium.Training for all shifts will be held on 1st shift (7:00 AM-3:30 PM). This position is located at our headquarters in Oak Creek, WI. You will report directly to the Manager of Electronic Assembly and Support.

How You Will Do It:

• Performs electrical and/or mechanical assembly. Assembles small components.
• Uses small electrical hand tools and soldering iron.
• Hand solder components onto circuit cards.
• Performs wire harnessing.

What We Look For:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Minimum two years of soldering experience.
• Must have fine manual dexterity skills.
• Able to follow standard written work instructions and comprehend electronic and mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Able to successfully pass the Astronautics solder training program.
• Able to pass English comprehension test (in order to meet requirements of our FAA Repair Station).
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred:

• IPC-610 solder certified.
• Avionics manufacturing experience is a plus.

Who We Are:

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.