Solder Technician

Front Door Defense; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking an experienced Wire & Harness Electronics Assembler to support complex cable and harness assemblies in a high‑quality manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes reading electrical schematics, performing precise soldering, and ensuring conformance to BOMs and drawings.

Candidates should have 5+ years in wire and cable harness assembly, strong hand dexterity, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years hands-on wire and cable harness assembly experience.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex wire and cable harness assembly operations including point-to-point wiring and harness routing.
• Hand solder and de-solder wires and connectors using through-hole techniques.
• Prepare wires (stripping, tinning, lead prep, termination) and crimp, stake, fasten, and secure components.
• Assemble harnesses per electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Support First Article Assembly builds and provide feedback to engineering/manufacturing teams.
• Inspect, test (go/no-go, basic continuity), troubleshoot defects, and perform rework/repair as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and complete production documentation and quality logs.

Skills

Wire & Harness Assembly

Soldering

Crimping

Reading Schematics

First Article Assembly (FAI)

Quality Inspection

Manual Dexterity

Overtime Availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Soldering equipment

Crimp tools

Hand tools

Electrical test equipment

Continuity testers / volt meters

Job description

Solder Technician

Lead wire harness assembly projects for complex electronics in a high-reliability environment

Location: San Diego, California

About The Role

Wire & Harness Electronics Assembler

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Wire & Harness Electronics Assembler to support complex cable, harness, and electromechanical assemblies in a high‑quality manufacturing environment. This role requires strong hands‑on experience with wire preparation, soldering, crimping, routing, and First Article Assembly, as well as the ability to interpret detailed drawings and schematics. The ideal candidate is highly detail‑oriented, quality‑driven, and capable of working independently with limited supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex wire and cable harness assembly operations, including:
  • Point‑to‑point wiring
  • Harness routing, lacing, and tie‑down
  • Chassis and panel wiring
• Hand solder and de‑solder wires and connectors using through‑hole soldering techniques
• Perform wire preparation tasks including stripping, tinning, lead prep, and termination
• Crimp, stake, fasten, and secure wires, connectors, terminals, and contacts using hand tools and crimp tools
• Assemble wire harnesses and cables per:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Assembly drawings and work instructions
• Support First Article Assembly (FAI) builds, including:
  • Building initial units from new or revised drawings
  • Identifying drawing discrepancies or build issues
  • Providing feedback to engineering and manufacturing teams
• Install and route wires to meet electrical, mechanical, and workmanship requirements
• Use hand tools and small power tools to assemble connectors, cables, and harness components
• Perform in‑process inspections, go/no‑go testing, and basic continuity testing
• Troubleshoot wiring defects and perform rework or repair on rejected assemblies
• Perform work under a microscope as required for soldering or inspection
• Support additional processes such as:
  • Labeling and color‑coding
  • Epoxy bonding, potting, encapsulation, and curing
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper handling of chemicals and materials
• Accurately complete production documentation, First Article records, and quality logs
• Ensure quality checks are completed throughout the manufacturing process
• Provide basic training or guidance to less experienced assemblers as needed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of hands‑on wire and cable harness assembly experience
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Wire stripping, tinning, crimping, and soldering
  • Cable and harness routing and termination
• Experience supporting First Article Assembly (FAI) builds
• Ability to independently read and interpret:
  • Wiring diagrams and schematics
  • Assembly drawings and Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Experience using:
  • Hand tools and crimp tools
  • Soldering equipment
  • Basic electrical test equipment (e.g., continuity testers, volt meters)
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Experience performing inspection, rework, and repair
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and workmanship standards
• Willingness and availability to work overtime, including weekends, as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training in electronics or cable/harness assembly
• Experience in ISO 9001 or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or 6 Sigma
• Prior work cell lead experience or experience training others
• Background in aerospace, defense, medical device, or high‑reliability manufacturing
• Experience collaborating with engineering during new product introduction (NPI)

Salary Range:

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.