Electronic Assembler

About the role

Assemble parts, pieces, modules, and/or components to required specifications for Navigation Aids, Surveillance Radios, and other products as required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Before Assembly:

• Ensure workstation is in proper working order (clean, well-lit, well-ventilated, tools ready, personal protective equipment is applied, etc.).
• Review BOMs or Work Orders for each project, take inventory of parts & materials, and make determinations of acceptance/rejection for parts based on quality of workmanship.
• Review wiring charts, diagrams, engineering assembly drawings, or other schematics to understand board layout, proper placement, and orientation, and take any needed measurements.
• Prepare solder pot (pre-tin soldering iron, pre-tin parts as needed, etc.).

During Assembly:

• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, & vision magnification to complete mechanical assemblies as needed.
• Cut wire and vinyl tubing to length.
• Insert component parts (such as resistors, diodes, LEDs, integrated circuits, DIP sockets, PLCC sockets, capacitors, inductors, transistors, voltage regulators, microchips, etc.) into Circuit Boards or Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).
• Install connectors to correct polarity and pinout specifications.
• Operate wire crimps and inspect terminals for proper crimp.
• Combine sheet metal, PCBs, cables, or harnesses to produce modules.
• Assemble components and modules up to the top system or "cabinet level", according to Institute for Printed Circuits (IPC) and Indra standards.
• Make sure systems and sub-systems meet industry and established specifications.
• Make any necessary corrections (remove/replace elements, remove/reapply soldering, check connections, measure battery voltage & polarity, etc.).
• Ensure timely product delivery by adhering to deadlines per Scope of Work agreements.
• Perform any other required job duties as assigned.

After Assembly:

• Complete any rework as necessary when prompted by other stakeholder departments.
• Interface with Engineering and Production departments for product reliability.
• File Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), with supervisor approval, when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 18+ months of experience in Electronics Assembly.
• Trained to IPC-A-610 or equivalent standard is desired.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a U.S. government background check investigation.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Lifting of heavy test equipment and systems up to 30 lbs individually.
• Appropriate manual dexterity needed to work with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Vision correctable to 20/20, with no color blindness or color vision deficiency.
• May involve long periods of standing on one's feet.
• For successful performance of this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the general knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.