Senior Electronic & Mechanical Assembler

Kratos Unmanned Systems; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Unmanned Systems is seeking an experienced assembler to perform skilled electronic and mechanical assembly on components, PCBs, and subassemblies in a production environment. You will read schematics, follow assembly instructions, and work with a variety of tools to ensure precise connections and wiring according to specifications.

The role requires 8+ years of related experience, IPC solder certification, and the ability to develop clear work instructions.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience.
• Successful completion of IPC Solder Training and Certification within initial 2-6 weeks of employment with 1% or less defect rate on solder certification board.
• Mechanical Assembly certification.
• Rework certification.
• Surface Mount Hand Installation certified.
• Board Coating certified.
• Experience with cable continuity testing.
• Experience with complex wiring of harnesses.
• Experience with developing work instructions and process problem identification.

Responsibilities

• Position and align parts using hand or power tools.
• Mount assembled components on chassis, panels, or circuit boards.
• Route wiring and cabling according to color codes and solder or wrap wires.
• Perform intermediate to complex assembly tasks such as potting, encapsulating, cleaning, coating, epoxy bonding, wiring, stamping, and color-coding parts.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electronic component parts to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Drill or tap holes for wiring and equipment locations.
• Read and interpret schematics and work orders to determine materials requirements.
• Develop accurate and intelligible work instructions.
• Consult with supervisors or engineers to plan and resolve production problems using ECN procedures.
• Must be at assigned worksite during hours (100%).

Skills

Finger dexterity

Schematic interpretation

Electrical wiring

Reading drawings

Hand tools usage

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent preferred

IPC Solder Training and Certification

Mechanical Assembly certification

Rework certification

Surface Mount Hand Installation certified

Board Coating certified

Tools

Soldering equipment

Coax cable assembly tools

Rework machine

SMT mounting/insertion tools

Degreasers

Job description

Kratos Unmanned Systems is seeking an experienced assembler to perform skilled electronic and mechanical assembly on components, PCBs, and subassemblies in a production environment. You will read schematics, follow assembly instructions, and work with a variety of tools to ensure precise connections and wiring according to specifications.

The role requires 8+ years of related experience, IPC solder certification, and the ability to develop clear work instructions.