LRU Assembler at Milkor

MILKOR; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a detail-oriented LRU Assembler. In this role, you'll assemble and test Line Replaceable Units, ensuring high-quality outputs. This position requires a steady hand, technical skills in electronics, and the ability to collaborate with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent; technical certificate or diploma preferred.
• 2-3 years in electronics or aerospace mechanical assembly.
• Experience with PCB and mechanical assembly practices.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic PCBs into mechanical housings.
• Perform mechanical integration including fastening, torqueing, and alignment.
• Conduct in-process inspections and report defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality craftsmanship

ESD handling

Mechanical integration

Education

Matric or equivalent

Technical certificate or diploma in electronics or mechanical assembly

Tools

Hand tools

Torque tools

Microscopes

Job description

Introduction

We're Hiring: Precision Builders Wanted!

Milkor Integrated Systems (Pty) Ltd, Is an Aerospace company with an international footprint providing turnkey solutions on the land, sea, air and cyber domains. Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation and safety. As technology continues to advance, UAV operations are playing an increasingly crucial role in various industries, from surveillance and reconnaissance to data collection and beyond.

Are you skilled with your hands and passionate about assembling high-performance components? We're looking for a detail-oriented LRU Assembler to join our team! In this role, you'll assemble and test Line Replaceable Units that are critical to the performance and reliability of advanced systems.

If you have a steady hand, a sharp eye, and take pride in quality craftsmanship - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of building the future, one unit at a time!

Duties & Responsibilities

The LRU Assembler is responsible for the accurate and high-quality assembly of electronic printed circuit boards (PCBs) into mechanical enclosures used in aerospace Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).

• Assemble electronic PCBs into mechanical housings following work instructions and engineering drawings
• Perform mechanical integration including fastening, torqueing, and alignment of subassemblies
• Apply ESD-safe handling practices and comply with cleanroom protocols
• Use hand tools, torque tools, and microscopes to ensure accurate assembly
• Record assembly steps and traceability information in production logs
• Conduct in-process inspections and report defects or anomalies
• Collaborate with engineering on build issues and improvement suggestions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist with training of new assemblers as needed
  
  

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Matric or equivalent; technical certificate or diploma in electronics or mechanical assembly preferred
• 2-3 years in electronics or aerospace mechanical assembly
• PCB and mechanical assembly practices
• ESD handling and cleanroom protocols
• Reading mechanical and electrical assembly drawings
  
  

Package & Remuneration

Market related and experience dependent.