Electrical Harness Assembler (Aerospace)

Start your career in aerospace with Phoenix Defense. At PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, our team members have opportunities to support fabrication work of critical aerospace and space products for prime initiatives in the aerospace and defense industries. We look for team players who are collaborative and bring bold new ideas. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work—with an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

About the role

We are hiring 15 Electrical Harness Assemblers for our September 22, 2025 new hire class. This role offers the opportunity for career growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assembly and fabrication of wire harnesses.
• Understand PLI Manufacturing, Customer, and Industry standards and requirements.
• Communicate clearly with the Procurement department and suppliers as needed.
• Work to meet customer and internal production schedules.
• Maintain a high level of integrity dealing with all departments within the organization.
• Identify process improvements.
• Maintain work area to appropriate standards, based on 6S methodologies.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures described in the Employment Handbook.
• Drive to meet or exceed time goals for each job performed.
• Learn to utilize PLEX operating system as related to Production and job function.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to use and read measuring equipment, such as scales, calipers, micrometers, crimpers, and other hand tools.
• Ability to learn how to read, understand, and execute both written and verbal instructions such as blueprints and electrical wiring schematics.
• Ability to learn, comprehend, and obtain the internal IPC-620 and J-STD certification.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, time management, and follow-up skills.
• Basic Computer Experience (Microsoft Office—Excel, Word).
• Effective communication skills; motivated, self-starter, punctual.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment.

Benefits

• 401K
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance for professional growth
• Perks at Work discount program

Pay

$18/hr during training

Schedule

Monday - Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm

Start date: August 24, 2026