Electromechanical Assembler II

About the role

ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies providing unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities. We empower discerning, mission-critical customers to remain ahead of evolving threats and complexities.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate-level soldering and crimping on connectors, cables, and circuit boards.
• Assist with functional testing of assemblies using basic test equipment (e.g., multimeters, signal generators).
• Assemble and electromechanical components per assembly drawings and schematics with minimal supervision.
• Ensure assemblies meet quality standards and document work accurately.
• Maintain and organize workstation to company 5S and safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior assemblers to resolve issues or suggest improvements.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Support training of Level I assemblers when needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Strong understanding of wiring and soldering practices; IPC Certification a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wring diagrams, and bill of materials.
• Familiarity with basic assembly tools and equipment (calipers, micrometers, rulers, etc.).
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and assembly jigs/fixtures.
• Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and be on their must of the day.
• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and technical training or coursework in electronics, mechanical assembly, or related field a plus.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Communication
• Job Knowledge
• Technical Skill
• Dependability
• Quality
• Ethics
• Initiative / Take Ownership
• Customer Focus