Temporary Cable Assembler

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions in Tewksbury, MA is seeking a Senior Cable Assembler. You will follow production docs to assemble wiring components and final configurations for wire and cable products, using standard procedures and fixtures.

The role requires 2–3 years in wire/cable assembly, good hand dexterity, ability to read drawings, and basic soldering skills; periodic testing and quality checks are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3+ years in wire/cable assembly or similar mechanical assembly.
• Proficient in crimping, soldering, wiring, and testing.
• Able to read schematics and work with production docs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble wiring components per drawings to final configuration.
• Build cable harnesses, cut/strip/crimp and solder where needed.
• Test harnesses with fixtures, perform continuity checks.
• Inspect finished goods and assist with new product docs.

Skills

Crimping

Soldering

Read drawings

Continuity testing

Use hand tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Crimping tools

Soldering iron

Multimeter

Job description

Senior Cable AssemblerLocation: Tewksbury, MASalary Range: $23.65/hour - $31.54/hourPlease note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Massachusetts. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.Your Challenge:Under minimal supervision, follow production documentation and drawings to assemble wiring components and achieve final configuration to produce the company's wire and cable products according to the schedule. Work is semi-routine in nature, following established procedures.Build cable harnesses per instruction such as cutting, stripping, and crimping. Tinning and soldering wires to pins where applicable, insertion of pins onto wires, installation of connector pins, install various components and connectors, labeling of finished harness assembly.Routes and ties wires to form wire harnesses and cables used in electrical and electronic equipment or systems.Neatly bind wires together using sleeves, cable lacing, cable ties, heat shrink tubing.Conduct continuity testing for each wire assembly and conduct harness testing using special fixture.Troubleshoot and repair failed cables.Inspection and testing of finished goods, incoming inspection, testingAssemble components to a final configured product utilizing specialized tooling and fixtures, measuring equipment, production documentation and visual aids.Read instructions and interpret schematic diagrams.Uses of various hand tools, equipment, and their hands.Basic soldering skills.Operate a computer terminal to look up drawings and administrative requirements.Create and improve production documentation.Verify quality of product at the required intervals and verify accuracy of all work.Assist engineers with new product development and implementation.Provide training and support to Junior assemblers as required.Assist with assembly of electronic enclosures and main assembly of products as secondary responsibility.Other duties as assignedWhat You Bring:High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Proficiency of crimping and assembly through a minimum 2-3 year's work experience in wire/cable assembly or similar mechanical assembly. 4-6 years preferredMust be able to discern cable colors, color codes.Must have adequate dexterity in hands and fingers to manipulate small parts.Read and interpret drawings and process documents, and set-up equipment.Must be able to act upon verbal and written instruction from the Supervisor and Hardware Engineer.Must have a thorough working knowledge of all hand and power tools including basic hand tools for cutting, stripping, and crimping, a continuity checker.Who We AreOur ValuesEnvironmental, Social and GovernanceJoin the WRIGHT Team!Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions is a force multiplier that enables Aerospace and Defense programs to integrate and deploy next-generation technology faster, reducing program and integration risk through deep subsystem expertise and open architectures, while delivering capability that is ready now and built to perform for decades.No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.Compliance StatementThis position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information.If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.