ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLER III (Early Shift)

The Marvin Group is a strategic partner for global alternate mission equipment and sustainment, specializing in defense contracting. With divisions including Marvin Engineering (MEC), Marvin Test Solutions (MTS), and Marvin Land Systems (MLS), the company designs and manufactures military alternate mission equipment, armament test equipment, and power/thermal management systems. Based in Southern California near Los Angeles International Airport, The Marvin Group has served the Department of Defense and global allies for over 60 years, collaborating with major military prime contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Raytheon.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex electrical assemblies, cable harnesses, and electromechanical assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, work instructions, schematics, and aerospace standards.
• Perform precision wire routing, crimping, soldering, harness fabrication, cable assembly, connector installation, and component integration.
• Troubleshoot and recommend process improvements.
• Interpret and work from:
  • Engineering drawings
  • Bills of Material (BOMs)
  • Assembly travelers
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Process specifications
  • Manufacturing instructions
• Perform soldering and inspection activities in compliance with IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 requirements.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, calibrated measuring devices, and electrical test equipment including multimeters, continuity testers, hipot testers, and torque tools.
• Conduct in-process inspections and verify product conformity to quality standards and customer requirements.
• Identify, document, and escalate nonconforming material or process deviations in accordance with AS9100/ISO 9001 procedures.
• Support/Lead root cause and corrective action activities related to quality or production issues.
• Maintain accurate production records, traceability documentation, and labor reporting within ERP/MES systems.
• Support/Lead Lean Manufacturing, 5S, continuous improvement, and error-proofing initiatives.
• Operate and support automated or semi-automated assembly equipment including:
  • Wire processing equipment
  • Automated crimping systems
  • Labeling systems
  • Test stations
  • Cable/harness assembly automation equipment (braiding machines/Layout boards)
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering with process validation, first article activities, tooling improvements, and workflow optimization.
• Train and mentor Electrical Assemblers Level I and II on workmanship standards, processes, and best practices.
• Maintain compliance with ESD, FOD, safety, and clean manufacturing requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Production leadership to meet schedule and delivery commitments.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• 2-year technical degree.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• IPC-610 Certification: The Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies.
• IPC-620 Certification: Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, or equivalent.
• J-STD-001 Certification: Soldered Electrical & Electronic Assemblies.

Skills

• Basic computer skills.
• Able to read blueprints and/or schematics.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Detailed-oriented and self-motivated.
• Ability to perform moderate, demanding, physical, and repetitious work.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs.

Pay

$31-38 per hour.

Schedule

6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday (Early Shift).

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.