Sr. Repair Station Assembler (2026-121)

Astronics; Washington; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401K & ESPP

Paid Time Off 120 hours + 12 holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Astronics AES is seeking a Sr. Repair Station Assembler in Redmond, WA. This flex role handles advanced soldering and rework across multiple cells and may train other assemblers in processes.

The position involves working with high-power and Flight Critical assemblies, ensuring setups meet drawings and schematics, and collaborating with engineering as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years direct experience related to the essential functions of this job.
• Competencies: Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material; Soldering; Problem Solving; Instructing.
• Technical Skills: Email software; ERP software; AES certifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs more advanced assembly and rework skillsets such as wire splicing and crimping, lead and lead-free soldering.
• Works with more complex assemblies, including high power, Flight Critical, and APC products.
• May train others.
• Make setups and adjustments holding tolerances to technical specifications (drawings, schematics, etc.).
• May interact with development and/or manufacturing engineering personnel as needed.
• May work from rough schematics, blueprints and oral instructions to construct developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components.
• May perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly tasks in support of developmental requirements in pre-production projects, if needed.
• May advise Repair Station Assemblers and Repair Station Rework Assemblers in rework and solder applications.
• May assist with NPI and Engineering projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Soldering

Inspecting Equipment

Problem Solving

Instructing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software

Email software

AES Rework Certification

PRB Certification

AES Flight Critical Certification

IPC 7711

IPC 7721

Job description

Sr. Repair Station Assembler (2026-121)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES

Location Kirkland, WA

Description

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Sr. Repair Station Assembler to join our team in Redmond, WA.

If you are interested in working for a dynamic company that has won awards as one of Washington's Best Places to work for 16 years consecutively, please read on !

JOB SUMMARY

This is a flex role with the ability to work across multiple cells. The Sr. Repair Station Assembler performs advanced soldering and rework assignments, and they may train other Sr. Repair Station Assemblers in processes and practices.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs more advanced assembly and rework skillsets such as wire splicing and crimping, lead and lead-free soldering, and component removal.
• Works with more complex assemblies. May include high power, Flight Critical, and APC products.
• May train others.
• Make setups and adjustments holding tolerances to technical specifications (drawings, schematics, etc.).
• May interact with development and/or manufacturing engineering personnel as needed.
• May work from rough schematics, blueprints and oral instructions to construct developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components.
• May perform a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly tasks in support of developmental requirements in pre-production projects, if needed.
• May advise Repair Station Assemblers and Repair Station Rework Assemblers in rework and solder applications.
• May assist with NPI and Engineering projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Per the Code of Federal Regulations (48 CFR - 252.223-7004 - Drug-free work force), this is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug tests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years direct of experience related to the essential functions of this job.

Competencies: Demonstratescompetentknowledge of:

• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects
• Soldering - Technical competency
• Problem Solving - Identify when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong in routine activities or processes and coordinate with others to resolve the issue
• Instructing - Teaching others how to do something

Technical Skills:

• Electronic mail software
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• ESD, FOD, ERS and Uniform Torqueing Certification
• May be required to obtain AES Rework Certification, PRB Certification, AES Flight Critical Certification, IPC 7711, and IPC7721.
• May require additional certifications if working on special programs

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background screening and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.

**Salary is $24.52 - $36.79** **per hour. Mid-point is $30.65.**

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
• Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
• Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year

Position Requirements

See above.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side‑by‑side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For over 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer‑focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries, completion centers and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics. The Company's strategy is to increase its value by developing technologies and capabilities that provid